Waterford State School is seeking a passionate and dedicated team member to join our supportive and inclusive school community. The successful applicant will demonstrate empathy, genuine care for students, and the ability to build positive, respectful and predictable relationships with students and families.

Our school provides a positive, calm and safe workplace where students, staff and families feel a strong sense of belonging.

We are committed to student wellbeing, resilience and a love of learning, with staff working collaboratively to support every student to reach their full potential. Our shared values are underpinned by a strong belief in the power of education to change lives and a commitment to doing 'our best always'.

Teachers work collaboratively in teaching teams and are supported through our Teacher Learning Hub, mentoring and coaching programs, and Setting Skilled Goals process.

We value ongoing professional learning and encourage staff to learn from and support one another. The successful applicant will have strong pedagogical and classroom management skills, along with a commitment to building positive relationships and delivering quality curriculum.

Knowledge of Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) and trauma-informed practice is desirable but not essential.

We are seeking an educator who is collaborative, reflective and committed to professional growth,



student success and contributing positively to our school community.

Current Opportunity

Health and Physical Education - Prep - Year 2 (Permanent)

Why Waterford State School?

- Calm, inclusive culture with 'Warrior' spirit: Waterford State School cultivates a positive, safe, and collaborative environment where belonging is central and everyone is encouraged to be "our best always," embraced through its distinctive Warrior Culture.
- Supportive teaching teams & induction for new educators: Experienced with structured mentorship, each year level has a team leader guiding new and beginning teachers, offering tailored support to help them settle in and thrive.
- Smaller school feel with solid community pride: Enjoy teaching in a close-knit school where strong relationships, small class sizes, and a deep sense of belonging empower both students and staff to thrive.

What We Offer

- Modern facilities and quality resources
- Real career development opportunities

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)

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

📌 Teacher - Primary, Health and Phyical Education, Prep - Year 2, Waterford State School (Cairns)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Cairns