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Teacher - Primary, Kindergarten - Year 6, Mistake Creek State School (Central Highlands)
Mistake Creek State School, Central Queensland Region
Looking for a teaching opportunity where you can make a big impact in a small school? Mistake Creek State School is seeking a passionate Kindergarten-Year 6 Teacher. With just five students across the school, you'll enjoy small classes, strong relationships and the freedom to bring your own strengths to the classroom. Flexible FTE arrangements from 0.2-1.0 are available.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time,Part-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Teacher |
| Workplace Location | Central West Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/698775/26 |
| Closing date | 26-Feb-2027 |
| Job duration | See below |
| Contact person | Teacher Recruitment Team |
| Contact details | TeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.au Access the National Relay Service |
Mistake Creek State School is a small Kindergarten-Year 6 school where every student is known, valued and supported. With exceptionally small class sizes and students who are well behaved, engaged and genuinely love learning, teachers have the opportunity to provide highly personalised learning experiences and make a visible difference every day.
The school is looking for a teacher who can bring their own strengths, interests and ideas to the role and become an important part of the school community for the 2027 school year. Flexibility is available around the full-time allocation, with the school happy to consider arrangements from 0.2 to 1.0 FTE, with a preference for approximately 0.6 FTE.
Located around 50 minutes from Clermont and less than two hours from Emerald Airport, Mistake Creek offers a peaceful regional lifestyle.
All positions listed are permanent full time unless specified. Dates of temporary employment are as listed, unless otherwise determined.
2027 Opportunities
- Kindergarten-6 (Temp fraction negotiatble, 21/01/27-10/12/27)
Why Mistake Creek State School?
🌱 Small School, Endless Opportunity
💡 Bring Your Own Strengths
💛 Students Who Love Learning
🏡 Flexible Regional Lifestyle
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 Mistake Creek State School
📄 Read about departmental incentives: Download PDF (PDF)
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.
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