At Western Cape College, your career isn't just about making a difference in the classroom — it's about embracing a lifestyle that's vibrant, meaningful, and uniquely rewarding.
We are proud to serve a diverse and vibrant student community from a variety of different backgrounds and cultures across the Cape. Our remote setting presents unique challenges — but also some of the most rewarding professional experiences you'll find in education.
Teaching and working in Cape York requires resilience, passion, and a deep commitment to student success. In return, WCC offers meaningful career pathways, professional development opportunities, and a supportive team environment where your impact is truly valued.
Whether you're a teacher, support staff member, or education leader, joining Western Cape College means becoming part of a connected and caring community — both in and out of the classroom.
We believe that getting the right people in the right roles is key to creating positive outcomes for our students. If you are passionate about delivering quality education and making a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
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The Cape York lifestyle
Based in Weipa and Mapoon, on the stunning western coast of Cape York, our staff enjoy the kind of lifestyle most people only dream about. From weekends spent fishing, camping, and exploring remote beaches and waterholes, to strong community connections and a family-friendly atmosphere — life up here is something truly special.
Get a glimpse of what makes Cape York such an incredible place to live and work:
The Weipa New Resident Welcome Pack and the Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council website are also packed with helpful information about our location.