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Teacher - Primary, Prep, Bwgcolman Community School (Palm Island)


Bwgcolman Community School, North Queensland Region

Bwgcolman Community School is a vibrant Pre-Prep-12 National Partnership school located on beautiful Palm Island, just 65km north-northwest of Townsville in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. With around 320 students across 14 classes, we have a strong focus on literacy, numeracy, and positive behaviour through the School Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) program. We partner with universities such as QUT and ACU to deliver innovative learning programs and support teacher development. Join our dedicated team and make a real difference while embracing a rewarding lifestyle in a welcoming island community.

Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification Teacher
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/667047
Closing date 13-Jul-2026
Job duration Commence 22-01-26
Contact person Teacher Recruitment Team
Contact details TeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.au
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Bwgcolman Community School offers a unique teaching experience on beautiful Palm Island, supported by a strong, stable team, with teacher housing subject to availability. The school is seeking two Prep teachers to join the team. We are looking for educators with flexibility, a willingness to learn in a remote setting, and the resilience to thrive in a vibrant school community. Join us to make a real impact while enjoying a rewarding lifestyle in a supportive environment. 

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)
  • For positions that include Kindergarten, a Blue Card or exemption card is required. You can find more information including how to apply here

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 Bwgcolman Community School website here
📄 Read about departmental incentivesDownload PDF (PDF) 

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

Further information

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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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