Ready to swap the ordinary for something extraordinary? Normanton State School is calling. Nestled in remote North West Queensland, Normanton State School is a close-knit P–10 school where passionate teachers can make a real impact. With a focus on student engagement, positive behaviour, and high-quality teaching, you'll be part of a dedicated team in a school that truly values your work. If you’re looking for a teaching role with purpose, connection, and adventure—your next chapter starts here.

Job details

For further information about the school, click here to visit the school's website.  

Please see opportunities below: 

Opportunities listed below are permanent full-time unless otherwise specified.

2026

• Primary - Prep to Year 6 (multiple opportunities)

2025

• Primary - Prep to Year 6 (multiple opportunities)
• Learning Support (Prep-10) - Commencing 07/10/25)
• Digital Technologies (Year 3 - Year 6)
• Design and Technologies (Food and Fibre Production) - Year 7/8 
• English / Geography / Literacy and Numeracy Support / Health / Humanities and Social Sciences / Economics and Business  - Year 6-10 (Temporary 07-10-2025 - 05/12/2025)
• English / Health and Physical Education / Digital Technologies - Prep-10

Normanton State School is a P–10 school, and you may be required to teach across year levels.

All teachers seeking employment with the Department of Education are encouraged to apply to the Teacher Application Portal to join the talent pool.

12 month accommodation package is available at this location.

What is in it for you?

For further information about the incentives and benefits of working with the Department of Education please Click here.

Rural and Remote Housing Incentive Scheme (RRHIS) - Eligible participants include newly appointed or transferring teachers and school leaders commencing their tenure at designated state schools. Permission to Teach and department interns (Trade to Teach and Turn to Teaching) are eligible. You are not eligible if you already reside within 50 minutes of an eligible school. The scheme includes provisions for initial temporary accommodation paid upfront by the department, followed by a taxable rental allowance aligned with the teacher's weekly rent expenses. While availability of department-provided teacher housing is prioritised, alternative accommodation solutions through the rental market are facilitated where necessary and available. 

For more information, please review the Rural and Remote Housing Incentive Scheme (RRHIS) Factsheet

Applicants for these positions must possess:

• A relevant teaching qualification. More info.
• Full or provisional Queensland teacher registration. More info.
• Pre-service teachers must complete their course and meet department requirements.
• Australian working rights or a valid visa.

How to apply:

• Click the Green 'Apply online' button below
• Enter your personal details
• Attach your current resume including contact details of two professional referees

Pre-service teachers and graduates are encouraged to include completed practicum reports, mentor/referee statements, unofficial academic transcript for current course of study

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applicants are encouraged to commence and submit their application as early as possible as the Department of Education reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Teacher Role Description (PDF, 190KB)
  Role Description