Bwgcolman Community School is a vibrant Prep to Year 12 school located on beautiful Palm Island, just 65 km north-west of Townsville in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. With around 320 students across 14 classes, our school is committed to improving literacy, numeracy and student wellbeing through evidence-based teaching and School Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS). We partner with universities including QUT and ACU to deliver innovative learning opportunities and support ongoing professional growth. Join our dedicated team and make a meaningful difference while experiencing the unique lifestyle of a welcoming island community.

Job details

Bwgcolman Community School offers a unique opportunity to build a rewarding teaching career while making a genuine difference in a remote community. Teacher housing is available, subject to availability, and you will be supported by an experienced and collaborative team. We are seeking adaptable and resilient educators who are committed to student success and ready to embrace the opportunities of teaching in a remote setting.

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

• Secondary - English / Visual Arts / Geography - Years 7-12 - (0.6 FTE to 1.0 FTE)
• 2 x Primary - Year 6 

2027 Opportunities:

• Design and Technologies (Food specialisations)/Learning Support - Years 7-12 (Commencing 27/01/2027)

What We Offer

• Generous rural teacher incentives
• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities
• Relocation and housing support 

What You'll Need

• Relevant teaching qualification
• Full or provisional QCT registration
• Australian working rights or valid visa
• Pre-service and graduate teachers are encouraged to apply (include practicum reports, mentor statements & unofficial transcript)
• For positions that include Kindergarten, a Blue Card or exemption card is required. You can find more information including how to apply here. 

How to apply

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

🔗 Explore the school: Visit Bwgcolman Community School website here
📄 Read about departmental incentives: Download PDF (PDF) 

All applicants are encouraged to apply to the Department of Education Teacher Application Portal to be considered for current and future roles.

Existing permanent teachers are encouraged to apply for the teacher transfer process, noting that relocation entitlements may not apply.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. 

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.

• teach-s1-teacher-rd (PDF, 767KB)
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