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.

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 EAL/D Teacher will work with our sector Engagement Teachers to support students, build capability of teachers and develop programs (or engage with regional programs) for teacher aides to deliver or support. 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:

• English as an Additional Language - Prep-6 (Temporary, 21/01/2027 - 25/06/2027)

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)

Further information

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

Documents

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

• teach-s1-teacher-rd (PDF, 767KB)
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