Dakabin State High School is seeking a passionate and committed Health and Physical Education / Sport and Recreation Teacher (Years 7–12) to join our dynamic secondary team. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver engaging, high-quality programs in a school known for its strong academic focus and signature Basketball Academy.

Job details

At Dakabin State High School, we focus on providing rich and engaging learning experiences that support students to learn, grow, and achieve while maintaining high academic standards. Set within 60 acres of native bushland, our school offers a unique environment supported by diverse resources and strong sporting programs. We are seeking an educator who brings energy, strong curriculum knowledge, and a commitment to student engagement both in and beyond the classroom.

This role involves delivering high-quality HPE and Sport and Recreation programs across junior and senior secondary. The successful applicant will demonstrate strong curriculum knowledge, effective classroom practice, and the ability to engage students in both theoretical and practical learning. Experience in basketball and/or the ability to contribute to coaching within the Basketball Academy, including partnerships with the Brisbane Bullets, will be highly regarded.

Why Dakabin SHS?

• A high-performing school that invests in its staff through structured professional learning, including 70-minute weekly Professional Learning Teams and dedicated curriculum development time.
• A strong support network for teachers, including a Behaviour Hub, Deputy Principal of Student Engagement (RISE Team), HODs, and Year Level Coordinators.
• A unique school environment featuring a signature Basketball Academy and extensive bushland campus, fostering both academic and co-curricular excellence.

What We Offer

• Opportunities to contribute to a well-established HPE and Sport program, including involvement in the Basketball Academy.
• A strong focus on teacher development, including an Aspirant Program and structured support for beginning teachers.
• Dedicated leadership support, including a Deputy Principal of HR focused on staff wellbeing, coaching, and work-life balance.
• A collaborative culture with opportunities to engage in committees such as Wellbeing, PBL, Inclusivity, and Pedagogy.

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 Dakabin 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.

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

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