Hannaford State School is a small, welcoming rural primary school catering for students from Prep to Year 6, with a strong focus on individualised learning, positive relationships and community connections. Located in Hannaford in the Western Downs region, approximately 135 kilometres west of Dalby, the school offers a supportive and close-knit learning environment.

Job details

Hannaford State School is seeking an enthusiastic, flexible and inclusive teacher to join our small, supportive rural school community in 2027. With a projected enrolment of just 22 students across two multi-age classrooms, this is a fantastic opportunity to build meaningful relationships, deliver individualised learning and make a genuine difference in a close-knit school environment. This is a part-time opportunity working Thursdays and Fridays. 

Day 1 - Year 3-6 Classroom: Teach a multi-age class of 11 students, delivering Science, HASS and Technologies through engaging, differentiated learning experiences aligned with the Australian Curriculum. Thursday is preferred, with flexibility available.

Day 2 - Non-Contact Coverage: Provide release coverage for the Teaching Principal and P-2 teacher, including delivery of HPE across Prep-Year 6, adapting lessons to suit diverse ages, abilities and learning needs.

Why Join Hannaford State School?

• Be part of a welcoming and supportive rural school community.
• Enjoy small class sizes and the opportunity to provide personalised learning.
• Build strong relationships with students, families and colleagues.
• Make a meaningful contribution across a small, collaborative teaching team.

What We Offer

• Generous rural teacher incentives
• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities
• Relocation and housing 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 the Hannaford State School website

📄 Read about departmental incentives: Download PDF (PDF) TR4-7 locations only

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 through 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.

• teach-s1-teacher-rd (PDF, 767KB)
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