Byfield State School is a small rural school nestled among the region's rainforests, mountain ranges and natural landscapes. With multi-age classes, flexible learning approaches and an emphasis on literacy, numeracy and STEAM, teachers have opportunities to deliver purposeful learning experiences that connect classroom learning with the world around them.

Job details

Byfield State School is seeking a passionate Primary Teacher to support students across Prep to Year 2, building strong foundations for lifelong learning in a small rural school community on the Capricorn Coast. This opportunity is ideal for a teacher who values early years pedagogy, hands-on learning and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to every child's academic progress, confidence and wellbeing. 

Byfield State School would suit a teacher who enjoys the variety of rural school life, embraces outdoor and play-based learning, and is committed to helping young learners develop the skills, resilience and confidence they need to thrive.

 Why Byfield State School

• Learning connected to the natural environment: The school's setting near Byfield National Park provides opportunities to connect curriculum learning with outdoor exploration, sustainability and the local environment, making learning meaningful and relevant to students' lives.
• A close-knit rural community: With a long history of serving local families, the school values strong partnerships with parents and its Parents and Citizens' Association, creating opportunities for teachers to build relationships that extend beyond the classroom.
• A personalised approach to learning: Multi-age classrooms and flexible small-group and individual learning structures allow teachers to respond to different abilities, interests and developmental stages, particularly during the important early years of schooling.
• A focus on resilience and belonging: The Resilience Project, school-wide values and student recognition initiatives help build emotional regulation, positive relationships and a sense of achievement, supporting students to develop confidence alongside their academic skills.

What We Offer

• Opportunities to shape early learning
• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities
• Collaboration across a small-school setting
• Access to professional networks and learning 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)

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 Byfield State School 

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.

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