At the tip of Cape York, one school serves five communities across three campuses. Here, relationships matter, teachers become part of the community and their contribution is felt well beyond the classroom.

Job details

Northern Peninsula Area State College provides Kindergarten to Year 12 education for the communities of Bamaga, Injinoo, Umagico, New Mapoon and Seisia. The school brings together strong Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, histories and connections to Country.

We're seeking primary, secondary and special education teachers for 2026 and 2027 opportunities.

Primary Opportunities:

• Primary - Prep-6 (Permanent)
• Special Education* - Prep-6 (Permanent)
• Inclusion* - Prep-6 (Permanent)

Secondary Opportunities:

• Aquatic Practices/Science - Year 7-12 (Permanent)
• Agricultural Science - Year 7-12 (Permanent)
• Inclusion* - Year 7-12 (Permanent)

* Special Education and Inclusion opportunities are available across our Junior and Senior Campuses, including within our dedicated Special Education Hub in the Junior Campus.

What we offer

Teachers at Northern Peninsula Area State College may be eligible for a range of rural and remote benefits, including financial incentives, relocation assistance, subsidised housing, professional development opportunities, and eligible teachers may also be able to access HELP debt reduction.

Teaching at Northern Peninsula Area State College

Kindergarten to Year 6 education is delivered at Ama Mary Eseli Injinoo and Bamaga Junior campuses. Students in Years 7 to 12 attend Bamaga Senior Campus.

You'll have the opportunity to build strong relationships with students, families and communities while developing your teaching practice in a culturally rich setting.

We welcome graduate, beginning and experienced teachers who are adaptable, community-minded and committed to student success.

Living in the Northern Peninsula Area

The Northern Peninsula Area offers a unique lifestyle in a remote and culturally diverse community. With regular flights from Cairns, departmental housing and relocation support available, you'll be well supported to make the move and become part of the local community.

What you'll need

Applicants must have:

• a relevant teaching qualification

• full or provisional registration with the Queensland College of Teachers, or eligibility to obtain registration

• Australian working rights or an appropriate visa.

Pre-service teachers should include their practicum reports, mentor statements and unofficial academic 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 Northern Peninsula Area State College website  here
📄 Read about departmental incentives: Download PDF

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.

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