Mount Larcom State School are seeking applications from beginning, early career and experienced teachers looking to join a welcoming and supportive team environment. As a small rural P–10 school, we value teachers who are proactive, relational, and adaptable—those who can meet students at their point of need, manage multi-age classrooms effectively, and maintain high expectations while fostering a supportive learning environment.

Job details

Mount Larcom State School has a strong, community-driven culture where relationships matter. Staff know every student by name and work together to support both academic and wellbeing outcomes. Our culture is one of consistency, collaboration, and care—underpinned by clear expectations, shared language, and a commitment to continuous improvement. We are a close-knit rural community located just 40 minutes from Gladstone and an hour from Rockhampton, offering a peaceful lifestyle with strong community ties. Our school has modern facilities, a supportive P–10 structure, and a leadership team that is visible, consistent, and values-driven.

For further information about the school, click here to visit the school's website.  

Please see opportunities below: 

• Digital Technologies P-10 / Business Studies/ Mathematics 7-10

12 month accommodation package is available at this location.

The successful teacher in this role will be:

• Student-focused and able to connect meaningfully with young people from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Open to using restorative practices to support behaviour and relationship building.
• Committed to working collaboratively within a small team and supporting a positive whole-school culture.

 What is in it for you?

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Essential Skills:

• Ability to teach Mathematics across Years 7–10.
• Strong behaviour management skills, with a relational approach aligned to restorative practices.
• Capacity to teach Digital Technologies or Business in Years 9–10.
• A commitment to whole-school priorities, including data-informed teaching and Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL).
• Willingness to participate in extra-curricular activities and broader school life, as is common in small school context.

Would be beneficial:

• Experience in a small school or multi-age setting.
• Familiarity with the Australian Curriculum V9 and ACARA work samples.
• Interest in supporting student pathways, including careers education or entrepreneurship.
• Skills or interests that could support our Friday Form Class Challenges or contribute to house team events.

Applicants for these positions must possess:

• A relevant teaching qualification. Click here for further information on teaching qualifications.
• Current full registration or current provisional registration with eligibility for full registration, as a teacher in Queensland. Pre-service/graduate teachers must have been granted provisional registration prior to commencing employment as a teacher. For more information regarding registration requirements, please Click Here.
• Employment for pre-service/graduate teachers will be subject to the successful completion of a relevant teaching qualification and meeting the minimum requirements as a teacher with the department.
• Working rights in Australia, which means you have, or you are eligible to obtain a valid Australian Visa with work rights (if you're not already an Australian Citizen or resident).

How to apply:

• Click the Green 'Apply online' button below
• Enter your personal details
• Attach your current resume including contact details of two professional referees

Pre-service teachers and graduates are encouraged to include completed practicum reports, mentor/referee statements, unofficial academic transcript for current course of study

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.

• Teacher Role Description (PDF, 190KB)