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Benefits

Teachers in Queensland state schoolshave access to a broad range of employment conditions and benefits in addition to earning very competitive salaries. The department offers a wide range of rewards and benefits. These may include:

• generous superannuation schemes
• salary packaging
• locality allowance for service in specified locations
• flexible work arrangements
• a work-life balance
• induction and mentoring
• professional development opportunities
• incentives for employment in rural, remote and regional areas
• substantial leave entitlements.

The department has enhanced support and resources for teachers and schools as we strive to improve educational and employment outcomes for students in rural and remote locations. This support may include significant incentives for school leaders and teachers to work in rural and remote communities, such as:

• transfer and relocation assistance
• accelerated transfer points
• air travel
• additional benefits for employees working in schools located in AMP centres
• Remote Area Incentive Scheme (RAIS)
• Locality Allowance
• departmental housing - where the applicant is eligible and housing is available.

Visit Make a Difference. Teach for further information regarding a teaching career with the Department of Education, Training and Employment.

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