Teacher - Primary
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
26 February 2027
Posted 24 Jul 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Tolga State School
School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-6
School staff (FTE)
31.5
19.7 teaching · 11.8 non-teaching
Students per teacher
13.7:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
269
Indigenous students
12%
Language other than English
4%
Girls vs boys
130 girls · 139 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Tolga State School, Far North Queensland Region
Tolga State School is a welcoming Prep to Year 6 school located on the Atherton Tablelands, committed to delivering high-quality teaching and strong student outcomes through collaboration and inclusive practices. With a focus on literacy, numeracy, and student wellbeing, the school offers a supportive learning environment enriched by STEM, sporting, cultural, and community engagement opportunities.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationTeacherWorkplace LocationFar North QldJob ad referenceQLD/672698/25Closing date26-Feb-2027Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationASAP to 11-12-26 unless otherwise determinedContact personTeacher Recruitment TeamContact detailsTeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.auAccess the National Relay Service
Tolga State School is seeking an enthusiastic and capable Year 3–6 teacher to join our collaborative upper primary team. This role offers the opportunity to deliver engaging and responsive learning programs that support strong academic growth, student wellbeing, and successful transitions through the upper primary years.
Current Opportunity:
- Prep - Year 6 (Temporary, ASAP- 11/12/2026)
Why Tolga State School
- Beautiful Atherton Tablelands location offering a relaxed rural lifestyle with access to Cairns and surrounding natural attractions
- Supportive and collaborative teaching team with strong collegial practices
- Clear focus on impro…