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Teacher - Secondary, Health and Physical Education, Calen District State College


Calen District State College - Central Queensland Region

Nestled in the picturesque agricultural community of Calen, just 57km north of Mackay along the Bruce Highway, Calen District State College has been proudly serving generations of families since 1925.

Job details

Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification Teacher
Workplace Location Mackay region
Job ad reference QLD/648437/25
Closing date 06-Oct-2025
Job duration Commence: 2026
Contact person Teacher Recruitment Team
Contact details TeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.au
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At Calen District State College, every student is known, valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. Our dedicated staff tailor teaching and learning to meet each student's individual needs, fostering diverse pathways for future success. We set high expectations and maintain a positive environment grounded in our 4 core values: Be Safe, Be Responsible, Be Respectful and Be a Learner.

Current Opportunities:

  • Health and Physical Education/Sport and Recreation Prep - Year 12 (Permanent) 

Calen District State College offers a unique opportunity to teach HPE across Prep to Year 12, including senior Sport and Recreation, while leading whole-school sporting events such as cross country and athletics carnivals. With a Head of Curriculum supporting planning, teaching and learning, plus access to HOSES and strong links with local primary and high schools, you'll be well supported to thrive. Staff are encouraged to take up professional development opportunities, ensuring you continue to grow in your teaching career.

What We Offer

  • Generous rural teacher incentives
  • Modern facilities and quality resources
  • Real career development opportunities
  • Relocation and housing support

What You'll Need

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 Calen District State College website here  
📄 Read about departmental incentivesDownload PDF (PDF) (PDF)

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.

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.

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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