Bowen State High School is a vibrant and inclusive learning community located in beautiful North Queensland. Guided by our values of Safe, Respectful, Responsible and Engaged, we empower students to realise their full potential in academic, sporting, and cultural fields—while ensuring they feel supported, challenged, and celebrated. Teach where your impact truly matters — join Bowen State High School today.

Job details

As a teacher at Bowen State High School, you'll join a dedicated team that delivers high-quality teaching, supports students through our HUB tutoring program, leads a variety of co-curricular and weekend activities, and fosters strong, collaborative relationships with families and the wider community.

We are proud of our reputation for student success and deeply value collaboration with parents. At Bowen SHS, every student is given the opportunity to achieve their personal best—and every teacher is empowered to make a meaningful impact.

If you're passionate about inclusive education, community engagement, and helping students thrive in a changing world, we invite you to be part of our team

Current Opportunities:

• Hospitality Practices - Year 7-12 (Permanent, commence ASAP)
• Music / Arts in Practice - Year 7 -12 (Permanent, Commence ASAP)
• Mathematics - Year 7-12 (Permanent, Commence ASAP)
• English / Humanities* - Year 7 - 12 (Permanent, Commence ASAP)
• Science - Year 7 -10 (Permanent, Commence ASAP)

Future Opportunities:

• Drama - Year 7-12 (Permanent, Commence 22/01/26)
• Media Arts/Humanities* and Social Sciences - Year 7-10 (Permanent, Commence 22/01/26)
• English/The Arts - Year 7-10 (Permanent, Commence 22/01/26)
• Science / Chemistry - Year 7 - 12 (Permanent, Commence 22/01/26)

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• *Humanities vacancies could include some or all streams of Humanities and Social Sciences (Geography, History, Civics & Citizenship, Economics and Business, across all year levels).

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities
• Relocation and housing support
• 12 month accomodation package is available at this 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 Bowen SHS 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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