MULTIPLE OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE! ACCOMMODATION INCLUDED! Several exciting opportunities exist for energetic, enthusiastic and vibrant teachers to join the teaching team at the Northern Peninsula Area State College.

Job details

Our preferred applicants will be adventurous by nature with a passion and drive for delivering quality outcomes for all students.

There are multiple opportunities currently available

Students with Disabilities (Multiple Impairment) teachers
Secondary - Visual Art
Secondary - Mathematics and Science
Secondary - Music in Practice
Secondary - Hospitality Practices

These positions will suit resourceful, resilient, and self-motivated educators with a love of adventure and a willingness to embrace the opportunities and challenges of living and working in a remote setting.

Welcome to Northern Peninsula Area State College

We are a remote Indigenous community college catering to the education needs of students from the five communities of Bamaga, Injinoo, Umagico, New Mapoon and Seisia, as well as the neighbouring islands in the Torres Strait including Saibai and Badu. Our college has three campuses each with strong links to the Torres Strait; Bamaga Junior and Injinoo for our Pre-Prep to Year Six students, and Bamaga Senior for our Year Seven to Twelve students as well as mature aged learners wishing to undertake a career change. Our students speak a number of traditional languages and for many English is their second or even third language.

Explore our website  Northern Peninsula Area State College.

What's in it for you?

• A highly attractive remuneration package, generous superannuation, salary sacrificing options and leave loading
• Remote Area Incentive Scheme (RAIS) incentives apply to this location
• Relocation assistance and subsidised departmental accommodation is available
• A broad range of professional development opportunities

Living in Bamaga

Considered the gateway to the Torres Strait, the Northern Peninsula Area (NPA) region is made up of five indigenous communities; Injinoo, Umagico, Bamaga, New Mapoon and Seisa; each with its own history, languages and traditions strongly influenced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage.

Bamaga, located on the Jardine River 850km north-west of Cairns, is the unofficial capital of the NPA region. Today Bamaga is home to approximately 1050 people of whom more that 80% identify as being of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage. The main language spoken in Bamaga is Torres Strait Creole, although Kala Kawa Ya and English are also spoken.

Access to Bamaga is by road or air. A 4WD is definitely recommended if you are driving yourself, or plan on getting acquainted with the local area on weekends and holidays. Local amenities in Bamaga include hospital and community health services, sporting facilities, airport, IBIS store, grocery stores and tourist accommodation.

Please note NPA is an Alcohol Management Plan community.

Applicants for this position must possess:

• Current Queensland College of Teachers registration
• An active application for teacher employment lodged online
• An exemption card issued by Blue Card Services.

TO APPLY FOR THIS EXCITING OPPORTUNITY:

• Attach a brief resume, contact details for two referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor) and a maximum one page written response outlining the skills and knowledge you will bring to the role.
• Pre-Service & Beginning Teachers are encouraged to supply their most recent practicum report and academic transcript for the last completed study period (unofficial is fine).

**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**

Further information

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

Applicants are to apply online and supply all requested documentation. Applications may be used to fill other similar vacancies and will remain current for up to 12 months. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Documents

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

• Teacher Role Description - Northern Peninsula Area State College (PDF, 264KB)
  Role Description