Mount Ommaney Special School is located in Brisbane's western corridor and serves a diverse and supportive community. The school is purpose-built and continues to evolve, with facilities designed to support structured learning, sensory regulation and safe play. The role requires a practical understanding of workplace health and safety, as supporting students can be physically demanding at times. Clear protocols and team-based responses are in place to prioritise safety. Our families value strong partnerships and open communication, and teachers are supported by leadership in navigating complex conversations. This position offers the opportunity to make a tangible difference in students' daily lives, working within a school that balances high expectations with genuine care and professionalism.

Job details

At Mount Ommaney Special School we are seeking a teacher who brings calm, consistency and genuine care to their practice. The most important qualities for this role are patience, emotional steadiness and a deep belief in the capability and dignity of every student. Our students present with complex cognitive, communication and regulation needs, so the ability to remain composed and relational during moments of dysregulation is essential. We value teachers who are reflective, open to feedback and willing to work as part of a highly collaborative team. Professional judgement, integrity and respectful communication with colleagues and families are critical. Above all, we are looking for someone who sees behaviour as communication, who can balance high expectations with compassion, and who is committed to creating a safe, structured and engaging learning environment where students can experience success each day.

Why Mount Ommaney Special School?

• Make genuinely life-changing impact - support students with diverse and complex needs to build independence, confidence, and essential life skills every day.
• Be part of a highly supportive, multidisciplinary team - work alongside experienced special educators, therapists and support staff who've got your back.
• Strong wellbeing and leadership support - feel valued, guided, and supported with clear leadership, mentoring, and a positive staff culture.
• Professional growth in specialist practice - develop deep expertise in inclusive education, behaviour support, and personalised learning pathways.
• Rewarding work that matters - experience meaningful relationships, visible student progress, and the kind of purpose that reminds you why you became a teacher.

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities

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)

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 https://mtommaneyspecs.eq.edu.au/

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

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

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