Primary Teacher - Multiple Opportunities, Mackay West State School

About the role

Mackay West State School, located in the regional city of Mackay, is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated primary teachers. The school offers a range of current and future opportunities, from temporary to permanent positions, and welcomes both experienced teachers and beginning teachers. The school has two campuses: Prep to Year 1 at the Junior Campus and Years 2-6 at the Senior Campus.

Current opportunities

• Year 1 (Special Education) - temporary contract starting as soon as possible, 11/12/2026
• Languages - Years 4-6, permanent part-time 0.6 FTE; language or dialect open to negotiation, but demonstrated LOTE experience preferred
• Prep-6, permanent; year level to be negotiated with the successful applicant depending on experience, strengths and staffing needs

2027 opportunities

• Years 2-6 (Humanities), permanent, commencing 21/01/2027
• Years 3-6, permanent part-time 0.7 FTE, commencing 21/01/2027

Required profile

• Relevant teaching qualification
• Full or provisional QCT registration
• Australian working rights or a valid visa
• Pre-service and graduate teachers are encouraged to apply, including practicum reports, mentor statements and an unofficial transcript

What we offer

• Location allowance
• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities
• Relocation support
• Dedicated induction and ongoing support for new graduates, including mentoring, professional inquiry cycles and classroom-ready induction

To apply, use the Apply Online button on the advert, attach your resume with two professional referees, and also apply through the Department of Education Teacher Application Portal. Recruitment agency applications are not accepted.