Burrowes State School is a primary school located in Marsden, Queensland, catering to students from Prep to Year 6. It serves a diverse and growing community. Guided by the motto "Freedom to Learn," the school provides a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment, focusing on meeting the individual needs of every student through quality teaching and strong community partnerships. We have a number of opportunities for 2027!

Job details

Burrowes State School is a welcoming and inclusive Prep to Year 6 school with a strong focus on supporting every student to achieve success. This Early Years teaching role offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative team committed to high-quality teaching and learning, with access to targeted professional development and coaching. Teachers are supported by Sector Engagement Teachers who work alongside classroom teachers to enhance student engagement in learning, develop and implement reasonable adjustments, and support the planning and delivery of targeted interventions to meet diverse student needs. Candidates who value teamwork, positive relationships and a commitment to student growth will thrive in our supportive school community.

2027 Opportunities:

• Prep (Temporary, 21/01/2027 - 10/12/2027)
• Year 1  (Temporary, 21/01/2027 - 10/12/2027)
• Year 3  (Temporary, 21/01/2027 - 10/12/2027)
• Year 5  (Temporary, 21/01/2027 - 10/12/2027)

Why Burrowes State School?

• History & Size: Burrowes State School, the second state school established in Marsden, has grown into a vibrant learning community with more than 800 students from Prep to Year 6. As an enrolment-managed school, it prioritises families within its catchment while maintaining a strong focus on serving the local community.
• Values & Learning Environment: Burrowes State School embraces the Pride @ Burrowes values of Persistence, Resilience, Integrity, Determination, and Empathy. These values are embedded through a Positive Behaviour for Learning framework, which nurtures respectful, responsible, safe, and engaged learners.
• Community & Support: As a proudly multicultural school, Burrowes builds strong connections among students, families, staff, and the wider community. A variety of support services and facilities—including wellbeing programs, a tuckshop, uniform shop, and out-of-school hours care—help create a safe and supportive environment for every learner. 

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 Burrowes State School here 

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 considered.

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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