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Teacher - Primary, Kindergarten-Year 2, Murray River Upper State School


Murray River Upper State School

Murray River Upper State School is a small co-ed primary school (Prep to Year 6) tucked away in Murray Upper, Queensland. It offers a nurturing rural setting with mixed-age classes, a supportive community, and all the essentials for early years education.

Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Part-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification Teacher
Workplace Location Far North Qld
Job ad reference QLD/FNQ655687/25
Closing date 06-Oct-2025
Job duration 22-01-26 to 11-12-26 unless otherwise determined
Contact person Teacher Recruitment Team
Contact details TeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.au
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We're recruiting teachers to join our close-knit team. Whether you're just starting out or looking for a rewarding regional move, this is your chance to be part of something meaningful.

Current Opportunities:

  • Primary - Kindergarten-Year 2 (Temporary, 0.8FTE, 22/01/2026 to 11/12/2026)

Why Murray River Upper State School

  • Located near Murray Falls on the Cassowary Coast, surrounded by farms, bushland and rainforest, with easy access to fishing, hiking, camping, swimming, and Mission Beach.
  • Enjoy a welcoming rural lifestyle with tropical fruit markets, local sporting groups, and nearby towns like Innisfail and Tully offering a mix of stores and services.
  • Opportunity to make a real impact through multi-age teaching and personalised learning.

What We Offer

  • Modern facilities and quality resources
  • Real career development opportunities
  • Relocation and housing support 

What You'll Need

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 Murray River Upper State School website here

All applicants are encouraged to apply to the Department of Education Teacher Application Portal to be considered for current and future roles.

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.

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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