Looking for a teaching role where you can grow, connect and make a real impact? Calliope State High School has multiple teaching opportunities available within a vibrant and supportive school community where collaboration, professional growth and student success are at the heart of everything we do. These roles offer flexibility in teaching areas and duties and may be shaped to suit the strengths, experience and interests of successful applicants. Join a welcoming team where your skills and passion for education will be valued.

Job details

Calliope State High School is a modern and growing school of approximately 450 students, offering the benefits of a rural community while being only 20 minutes from Gladstone and the beautiful beaches of Tannum Sands. We are seeking passionate and dedicated teachers to join our supportive and collaborative team, where strong relationships, quality teaching and high expectations help every student thrive. You'll use evidence-based teaching strategies to create engaging learning experiences, with the support and flexibility to teach in areas that align with your qualifications, experience and strengths. Join a school committed to inclusion, teamwork and the belief that every student can succeed with the right support and time.

Current Opportunities:

•  Visual Arts/English - Year 7-10 (0.8) (Permanent)
  • We are seeking an enthusiastic teacher to teach Visual Arts and English. The ability to teach Technologies would be an advantage but is not essential. 
•  Chemistry /Science - Year 8-10 (Permanent)
• The main teaching area is Chemistry and Junior Science. The ability or willingness to teach Agriculture and/or Biology would be welcomed but is not essential.
• Intellectual Impairment / Humanities and Social Sciences  - Year 7-10 (Temporary ASAP - 11/12/2026 )
• Seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Learning Support Teacher. The position may include delivering targeted one-on-one and small-group intervention programs for students with additional learning needs, as well as supporting the case management, monitoring and coordination of support for these students.

• Local Relieving Teacher (LRT) (Temporary ASAP - 11/12/2026 )
  • We are seeking an enthusiastic staff member to join our team, with scope available to look at options beyond local relief work. The role offers flexibility in the classes and responsibilities available and can be shaped to suit the strengths and experience of the successful applicant. Interested applicants are encouraged to contact the school to learn more about this role.

Why Calliope State High School?

• Join a brand-new, purpose-built school (opened in 2020) with state‑of‑the‑art facilities: science centre, hospitality hub, ICT & applied technology buildings, and a multi-purpose hall.
• Be part of a tight-knit school community where staff really know every student, creating genuine connection and support.
• Help foster our values of responsibility, resilience, and respect, embedded in everything we do.
• Contribute to building a legacy of excellence — leadership supports innovation, and your voice helps shape our future.
• Work with a vision for agile, curious learners: our mission is to do our personal best, be curious, and create an inclusive community.

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities
• Relocation and housing 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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