Welcome to Blackwater State School , where enthusiasm fills the classrooms and every day brings new opportunities to inspire young minds! Join a vibrant, close-knit community that values creativity, connection, and genuine impact. It's the kind of place where your passion for teaching truly shines.

Job details

At Blackwater State School, learning is lively, engaging, and full of opportunities to try new ideas. Our air-conditioned, modern classrooms give you the space to teach confidently and creatively. With a colourful mix of academic, sporting, arts, and community programs, every week brings something exciting to lead or be part of. Our curriculum is innovative and differentiated to meet students where they are, and you'll be supported by a culture of respect, responsibility, and growth. Come help us inspire our next generation in a safe, caring, and stimulating environment. These roles calls for teachers who are reliable, adaptable, organised, and confident in creative, high-impact pedagogy, while thriving in team environments and welcoming feedback. Most importantly, we're looking for someone deeply committed to delivering high-quality, differentiated learning through an inclusive lens. While experienced teachers may find the role a strong match, all passionate educators are encouraged to apply.

Current Opportunities:

• FlexiSpace - Prep - 6 (Permanent)

          Step into an exciting new FlexiSpace teaching role that rotates week-on, week-off between Blackwater State School and Blackwater North State School — a unique chance to be part of a cutting-edge initiative bringing flexible learning into primary settings. You'll join two highly supportive leadership teams as you help shape innovative practices designed to re-engage students who need learning delivered differently.

• District Relieving Teacher (DRT) - Prep-6 (Temporary, ASAP-11/12/2026) covering Blackwater SS, Blackwater North SS and Bluff SS.

Why Blackwater State School?

• Bright, modern learning spaces that make teaching comfortable and fun.
• A friendly, collaborative staff team that enjoys working and celebrating together.
• A vibrant curriculum packed with academic, sporting, cultural, and community experiences.
• Clear, positive school values that create a supportive and uplifting environment.
• A welcoming school community with well-kept grounds and plenty of heart.

What We Offer

• Generous rural teacher incentives
• 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

🔗 Explore the school: Visit the school's website here 
📄 Read about departmental incentives: Download 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.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• teach-s1-teacher-rd (PDF, 767KB)