Employment Opportunities

Ipswich Grammar School has a strong, values‑driven culture shaped by our 163 years of history and tradition, creating a School that is both deeply connected to its past and firmly focused on the future.

Founded in 1863 as Queensland’s first secondary school, our staff are proud of our heritage, traditions, and sense of belonging, which are reflected in everyday school life through high expectations, and a strong commitment to honour, resilience, and belonging. These traditions foster pride and connection not only for students, but for staff who become part of a school community that values continuity, professionalism, and purpose.

For teachers and professional staff, Ipswich Grammar School offers a supportive, collegial, and professional environment where staff members are respected as experts in their field and encouraged to contribute to the life of the School. The culture balances academic excellence with care for wellbeing, collaboration, and professional growth. Staff work alongside highly committed colleagues who share a belief in high standards, teamwork, and the importance of developing young people with character as well as capability. This strong sense of shared mission, combined with genuine investment in staff development and wellbeing, makes Ipswich Grammar School a rewarding and fulfilling place to build a long‑term career.

As Grammar school and educational institution, we recognise the vital importance of fostering the development of graduate and early career teachers and professionals. We are committed to cultivating emerging talent and providing a supportive environment in which individuals at the beginning of their careers can thrive. Through targeted mentoring, structured professional guidance, and ongoing support, early career staff are equipped with the knowledge, confidence, and skills necessary to flourish and make a meaningful contribution to our academic

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Benefits:

There are a number of benefits available to employees at Ipswich Grammar School:

• Highly competitive salaries benchmarked against other leading Independent Schools;
• Additional payments for participating in extra-curricular programs;
• Generous co-contributions superannuation scheme;
• Access to Long Service Leave pro-rata after seven years;
• 14 weeks of paid parental leave for the primary care giver after 12-months of service;
• Two weeks of paid partner leave after 12-months of service;
• School fee discount and reciprocal discount at Ipswich Girls' Grammar School (for eligible staff);
• Dedicated on site specialty coffee shop for our staff, where staff enjoy 50% off drinks;
• Professional Development Week dedicated to the wellbeing of staff and further professional development;
• Extensive and ongoing Professional Learning and Leadership Development Programs;
• Additional special leave types;
• Opportunity to take on additional responsibilities to build leadership capacity;
• Dedicated Early Career Teacher program to support and mentor Teachers new to the industry;
• Staff Wellbeing Program, including complimentary counselling through our Access EAP Program and onsite School Counsellor.

Employment opportunities will be advertised on this page and on SEEK when they become available. Applicants should include a cover letter and curriculum vitae. All applications will be treated with the strictest of confidence.

Applicants for teaching positions must hold, or be eligible for, registration with the Queensland College of Teachers. Applicants for non-teaching positions must hold, or be eligible for, a Working with Children Check (Blue Card).

Ipswich Grammar School is committed to ensuring all employees and candidates are treated in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity standards during employment and throughout the recruitment process.

Current Vacancies

Grounds & Maintenance Assistant (Casual)

Undergraduate Teacher - Fellowship Program

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