Looking for a fresh start in a beautiful part of Queensland? Mossman State High School offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity and tropical lifestyle. Just north of Port Douglas and an hour from Cairns, our school provides a supportive, community-driven environment where you can make a real impact. Mossman is located 77 kilometres north of Cairns and 17 kilometres north of Port Douglas, Mossman itself is a small township and the majority of students come to the school by bus from the surrounding districts. The enrolment is approximately 660 students with 56 teachers on staff and 40 support staff.

Job details

Mossman State High School offers a nurturing and disciplined learning environment for all students. We have high expectations of our students and work together with parents and the wider community to ensure that our students are given every opportunity to achieve their best. This enables students to recognise their worth as well as the significant contribution they can make to their community and society.

Current Opportunities:

• Science / Chemistry (Temporary, ASAP - 12/12/25)
• Design and Technologies (Industrial Technology strands) / Design and Technologies (Materials and Technologies Specialisations) - Year 7-12 (Permanent)

Why Mossman State High School?

• Supportive, settled school culture
• Modern classrooms and great facilities
• Strong community and student engagement 
• Opportunities to lead VET, sport & extracurriculars
• Live in the gateway to the daintree, reef and rainforst

What we offer?

• Relocation support and potential teacher housing
• Strong induction and professional development opportunities
• Early career teacher mentoring program
• Welcoming, experienced teaching team 
• A relaxed lifestyle in a stunning location 

What You'll Need

• Relevant teaching qualification
• Full or provisional QCT registration
• Australian working rights or valid visa
• Pre-service and graduate teachers are encouraged to apply (include practicum reports, mentor statements & unofficial transcript)

How to apply

• Click the Green 'Apply online' button below
• Enter your personal details
• Attach your resume including two professional referees

🔗 Explore the school: Visit Mossman State High School website here

All applicants are encouraged to apply to the Department of Education Teacher Application Portal to be considered for current and future roles.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applicants are encouraged to commence and submit their application as early as possible as the Department of Education reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

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