Gympie State High School is seeking passionate and dedicated educators to join its dynamic team. As one of Queensland’s oldest secondary schools, Gympie State High School offers a rich educational heritage combined with innovative programs and a strong focus on student success. With a diverse curriculum that spans academic, vocational, and excellence programs including STEM, Music, and Agriculture teachers have the opportunity to engage students in meaningful and future-focused learning.

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At Gympie State High School, we pride ourselves on a strong, supportive, and inclusive culture that values every student and staff member. Our school is built on a foundation of respect, high expectations, and community connection. We foster a collaborative and professional environment where staff are empowered to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact.

Our culture encourages teamwork, shared leadership, and a focus on evidence-based practice to support student success. We celebrate diversity, value local identity, and take pride in being an active part of the broader Gympie community.

Joining our team means becoming part of a school that is future-focused, grounded in tradition, and united by a common purpose: helping young people thrive.

Current Opportunities:

• Humanities* and Social Sciences (Middle Years) - Year 7-9 (Temporary, ASAP - 12/12/25)

*Humanities vacancies could include some or all streams of Humanities and Social Sciences (Geography, History, Civics & Citizenship, Economics and Business, etc, across Year Levels 7-9.

Why Gympie State High School?

• Established in 1912 - one of Queensland's oldest state high schools with a proud legacy.
• Deep ties with the local community and multiple generations of family enrolments.
• Offers a diverse curriculum including academic, vocational (VET), AgTech, Arts, STEM, and Sport.
• Features excellence programs such as the Rural Industries School of Excellence (RISE), Music Excellence, Coding & Robotics, and Sports Academies.
• Provides access to modern digital learning platforms like QLearn, ClickView, and Education Perfect.
• Embraces a school-wide Positive Education framework to support student wellbeing, mindfulness, and resilience.
• Supports staff with regular professional development, early career mentoring, and leadership growth opportunities.
• Senior schooling includes strong SET planning, early QCE credit accumulation, and access to apprenticeships and traineeships.
• Facilities include agricultural plots, trade training centres, sporting fields, and nearby access to the Gympie Aquatic & Recreation Centre.
• Located in the heart of Gympie close to the Mary River, national parks, and just a short drive to the Sunshine Coast.

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities

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 Gympie 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.

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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