The Western Cape College is a unique state school with two campuses located in Mapoon (P-6), and Weipa (P-12), as well as a secondary residential facility also located in Weipa. Each Campus is set in its own amazing cultural, social and geographical environment, spread over a vast area of the Cape York Peninsula in Far North Queensland.
As the largest P-12 school in the Cape, we have an important role to play in supporting and continuing to lead innovative practices with Indigenous and Remote Education. Western Cape College captures our values as four pillars that guide our everyday work, strategic decisions and service delivery - Connection , Wellbeing , Learning and Leading .
Discover more about our school , and get a feel for the Weipa lifestyle through this .
We are currently seeking passionate secondary teachers at our Weipa campus who can teach one or more of the following subjects :
Opportunities listed below are permanent full-time unless otherwise specified.
Technologies : Digital Technologies - Year 5-10
Technologies : Design and Technologies (Food and Fibre Strands) / Hospitality Practices / Digital Technologies- Year 7-12
Arts : Visual Arts, Media Arts-Year 7-12
English /
Special Education : Year Prep-6 (Temporary 14 / 07 / 25 05 / 12 / 25)
All teachers seeking employment with the Department of Education are encouraged to apply to the to join the talent pool.
What is in it for you?
Competitive salary package with remote area incentives
Paid relocation assistance and subsidised housing options
Additional leave entitlements
Professional development opportunities
Access to modern teaching resources
Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture
Experience the stunning natural beauty and close-knit community of Weipa
For further information about the incentives and benefits of working with the Department of Education please
Applicants for these positions must possess :
Relevant teaching qualification (more info ).
Current Queensland teacher registration (full or provisional). Details .
Australian working rights or eligibility for a work visa.
Passion for engaging with diverse student cohorts and creating impactful learning experiences.
Demonstrated experience across primary and / or secondary to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills of students in their chosen subject area.
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