Leichhardt Special School is seeking passionate, skilled and committed teachers to join our foundation team for the commencement of the 2027 school year. This is a unique opportunity for teachers to contribute to the establishment of a new school and help shape its culture, curriculum, teaching practices and learning environment from the very beginning. We are looking for teachers who hold high expectations for every student and are committed to providing engaging, inclusive and evidence-informed learning experiences for students with diverse and complex learning needs.

Job details

2027 Opportunities 

• Prep-4 (Permanent, commencing 21/01/2027) 
• Intellectual Impairment - Prep-4 (Permanent, commencing 21/01/2027)

We are seeking teachers who demonstrate:

• A strong commitment to improving educational outcomes for students with disability.
• High expectations and a genuine belief in the capacity of every student to learn, participate and succeed
• The ability to plan and deliver differentiated, engaging and evidence-informed teaching and learning.
• An understanding of, or willingness to develop expertise in, contemporary special education and inclusive practices.
• The capacity to use student data and assessment to inform teaching, adjustments and individualised learning priorities.
• Strong skills in supporting student engagement, wellbeing, communication and positive behaviour.
• A collaborative approach to working with families, teachers, teacher aides, therapists and other professionals.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to contribute positively to a supportive team culture.
• Flexibility, initiative and enthusiasm for working within the dynamic environment of a new and growing school.
• A commitment to ongoing professional learning, reflection and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities
• Relocation 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: See the attached information flyer for more details about Leichhardt Special School. 

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.

Documents

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

• teach-s1-teacher-rd (PDF, 767KB)
  Role Description
  
  New Special School in Ipswich West PDF (PDF, 279KB)
  Job Evaluation Summary/Info