Job details Position status Permanent Position type Full-time Occupational group Education & Training Classification Teacher Workplace Location Cairns region,Far North Qld Job ad reference QLD/FNQ478423/23 Closing date 03-May-2024 Yearly salary Fortnightly salary Total remuneration Salary Other Job duration commencing as soon as possible Contact person Baressa Frazer Contact details 07 4083 4333 Access the National Relay Service Several exciting opportunities exist for energetic, enthusiastic and vibrant teachers to join the dedicated team at Aurukun State School. Primary - Early Years/Lower Primary Primary - Learning Support/Inclusion/LRT Primary - Junior Secondary/Upper Primary Primary - Upper Primary Primary - Lower Primary Secondary - General Secondary Secondary - General Secondary and VET ECE (TAE required) Primary - Students with Disabilities (Multiple Impairment) 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 Aurukun State School Locally known as Koolkan Aurukun Community School, we cater to current enrolments of approximately 200 students from Pre-Prep to Year 10. Our students are active learners who come from a rich cultural and linguistic background. We offer specialist teaching in music and physical education to support the interests and foster development of abilities in these important areas. Explore our website to learn more about Aurukun State School 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 Aurukun Aurukun is a very remote Indigenous community located 11 hours by road from Cairns, on the North West coast of the Cape York Peninsula. Home to around 1300 people, this community is the traditional homeland of the Wik, Wik Waya and Kugu people. The predominant traditional language spoken in Aurukun is Wik Mungkan; this is the first language of most Aurukun children. A region rich in traditional cultural practices. When you have some down time, get out and explore the local area, go fishing or camping or take the 4WD out for a run - ask the locals for some tips. Travel to Aurukun is by road or air with Skytrans operating flights on weekdays. Local amenities include a health clinic, library, fuel station, store and take away food shop. Please note Aurukun 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: Read the attached Role Description 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