Mackay State High School is proud to be a large, diverse school community and has grown to more than 1150 students and staff. Our mission is to provide educational excellence and diverse pathways for students, based on a culture of pride, inclusion and high expectations. Our vision is “We Believe … We Achieve, Mackay High Pride!" We believe in the outstanding learning opportunities that our school offers, and we know our students achieve success.

Job details

Join Mackay State High School, a proud Queensland school with a strong tradition of academic, cultural and sporting excellence. With approximately 1,150 students, our school offers a vibrant, well-resourced learning environment, modern facilities, specialist programs and a collaborative staff culture. We welcome beginning, early-career and experienced teachers, with mentoring, instructional coaching and professional learning opportunities to support your growth and success. Be part of a supportive school community where great teachers make a real difference.

Current Opportunities:

• English / Essential English/Humanities and Social Sciences (Middle Years) (Permanent)
• Engineering Skills/ Industrial Technology Skills / Design and Technologies (Materials and Technologies Spec) - (Permanent)
• Design and Technologies (Materials and Technologies Specialisations) / Design - (Permanent)

2027 Opportunities:

• Design and Technologies (Materials and Technologies Specialisations)/Design and Technologies (Industrial Technology strands)/ Building and Construction Skills/Furnishing Skills/Health and Physical Education - (Permanent)
  • Rugby League or Basketball
• Design and Technologies (Food specialisations)/Fashion/Hospitality Practices - (Permanent)
• Design and Technologies (Food specialisations)/Fashion/Hospitality Practices  - (Permanent)
• Engineering/Mathematics/General Mathematics - (Permanent)
• English/Essential English/Humanities and Social Sciences - (Permanent)
• Science/Biology - (Permanent)
• Mathematics/Science Year 7 - 10 - (Permanent)

*Humanities vacancies could include some or all streams of Humanities and Social Sciences (Geography, History, Civics & Citizenship, Economics and Business, etc, across Year Levels 7-10) 

What We Offer

• Location allowance
• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities
• Relocation support

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

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

Existing permanent teachers are encouraged to apply for the teacher transfer process, noting that relocation entitlements may not apply.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

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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