Primary Teachers

Townsville Grammar School is one of the original Grammar Schools of Queensland. The Year 7-12 campus is located on the original site at North Ward. The School also operates two Junior School campuses, both offering Pre-Prep to Year 6, at Annandale and North Shore.

Townsville Grammar School is a co-educational, non-denominational School with a current enrolment of approximately 1395 students, including 120 boarders (7-12), of whom approximately 25 are international students.

As one of the eight original Grammar schools in Queensland, Townsville Grammar School was established in 1888 and has offered boarding since this time. The School has a long-standing reputation as the leading academic school in Northern Queensland, also offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Years 11 and 12.

We have opportunities available for a Term 1 commencement in 2026 for dedicated Teachers to work at our Junior School - at both or Annandale and North Shore campuses.  Both full-time permanent and fixed-term contract roles are available. These positions are responsible for creating a positive and well managed classroom environment that reflects mutual respect and shared values. The successful candidates will ensure that teaching practices facilitate student involvement, access to a variety of resources and the optimisation of student success relative to ability.

A relevant teaching qualification and QCT Registration is mandatory, and significant Primary School teaching experience is desirable.  Additionally, our ideal candidates will:

• Be able to develop, plan and deliver effective, high-quality learning experiences to our students, with a collaborative approach to teaching and learning.

• Have the ability to adapt teaching methods to cater to a variety of learning styles and student needs.

• Be capable of inspiring students through a passion for the subject, and a genuine belief in the potential of all students.

• Have demonstrated competence in classroom management.

• Be committed to the aims and ethos of independent Schools and be willing to participate in the co-curricular and pastoral life of the School.

It is a requirement of the full-time roles to attend the following School functions:  Meet and Greet functions, Parent-Teacher Nights, Speech Day, Open Night, Subject Information Nights,  School Camps, Sports Carnivals, Cultural Performances and other events as deemed necessary from time to time by the Principal.

A full position description is available

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If you are looking to grow your teaching career with a high performing school that has an excellent reputation and genuinely cares about its students and staff, we encourage you to apply.

What we offer:

• Competitive remuneration and 12.75% superannuation contributions.

• Salary sacrifice options.

• Accommodation provided.

• Opportunity for relocation assistance.

• Annual flu vaccination program.

• Reduced tuition fees for children of permanent staff.

• Paid parental leave of 14 weeks after qualifying period.

• Access to free and confidential counselling via EAP for staff and family members.

• Access to EAP app offering wellbeing benefits such as webinars, health assessments and exclusive discounts from selected retailers and service providers.

• Discounted fitness club membership with Strand Fitness.

To apply, provide a cover letter, CV and details of two current referees. Applications should be made via the Careers page on our website.

Applications should be received no later than 20 September 2025. Applications will be considered upon submission - appointments will be made when suitable candidates are found, so please submit your application as soon as possible. 

At Townsville Grammar School, the safety and wellbeing of children is our highest priority. We are committed to creating an environment where students feel safe, supported, and respected. All staff play an active role in safeguarding children, and appointments are subject to child protection screening requirements, including blue Card clearance.