Secondary Teacher Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Secondary Teachers in Brisbane earn a median salary of $110,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $85,000 and $124,752. That sits 30% above Brisbane's all-roles median of $85,000. Figures are based on 20 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 7th percentile in Brisbane
💰 Secondary Teacher · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$85,000 – $124,752
Median: $110,500
Mid level $85,000 – $124,752
Overall $85k–$124k Mid $85k–$124k $82k $91k $100k $110k $119k $128k
⚠ Low confidence 20 listings · 05/07/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $85,000 Median  $110,500 $124,752  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

A thin market (20 listings, demand score 7) puts the median at $110,500, a strong 30% above Brisbane's all-roles median, reflecting structured teaching pay scales. The role appears only in Brisbane in this data, so there is no cross-city comparison. Enterprise-agreement scales, rather than negotiation, set most of the range here. Based on a small sample of 20, treat as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $110,500)

Weekly (net)
~$1,575
Monthly (net)
~$6,826
Annual (net)
~$81,910
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $123,207

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Secondary Teacher in Brisbane?
A graduate secondary teacher in Brisbane starts near the $85k floor, moving up a defined pay scale with each year of service. Reaching the $125k top comes from progression up that scale, plus responsibility allowances: heads of department, subject coordinators and teachers in hard-to-staff subjects (maths, science) earn above the base classroom rate. Registration and a teaching degree are the baseline; the scale and allowances do the rest.
Is $110,500 a good salary in Brisbane?
Yes. At $110,500 the median is 30% above Brisbane's $85k all-roles median and nets roughly $82k after tax, strong for a role with defined scales and good job security. The award structure means pay is predictable and progresses reliably with experience. For a professional role with structured advancement, this is an above-market outcome in the city.
How much does a Senior Secondary Teacher make in Brisbane?
There is no separate senior tier in the data, but the $125k top of the range reflects experienced teachers and those with responsibility roles. Moving up means a Head of Department, Deputy Principal or coordinator position, adding leadership and allowance loadings to the base scale. Progression up the experienced-teacher band, plus a formal leadership role, is the route toward the top.

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Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.