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Teacher - Secondary, Multiple Opportunities, Sarina State High School - (Mackay)
Sarina State High School, Central Queensland
Join the Dynamic Team at Sarina State High School! Are you a passionate secondary or primary teacher ready to make a difference? Sarina State High School is inviting applications from beginning, early career, and experienced educators who are eager to thrive in a welcoming and supportive school community. Located in beautiful regional Queensland, this is a great opportunity for growth and lifestyle balance. A 12-month accommodation package is available for successful applicants, making now the perfect time to consider this exciting opportunity! If you're ready to take the next step in your teaching career, we encourage you to apply without delay.
Job details
Position status | Permanent,Temporary |
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Position type | Full-time |
Occupational group | Education & Training |
Classification | Teacher |
Workplace Location | Mackay region |
Job ad reference | QLD/650483 |
Closing date | 06-Oct-2025 |
Job duration | Commence: As Soon As Possible |
Contact person | Teacher Recruitment Team |
Contact details | TeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.au Access the National Relay Service |
Current Opportunities:
- Digital Technologies / Science - Year 7-10
- Design and Technologies (Food and Fibre Production) / Science
- English / History (Temporary, until 12/12/25)
- Design and Technologies (Food and Fibre Production) / Certificate II in Hospitality /Visual Arts in Practice / Essential English / History - Year 9-11 (Temporary, until 12/12/25)
- Mathematics / Science - Year 7-10
- Mathematics / General Mathematics / Mathematical Methods
- Digital Technologies / Design and Technologies / Information and Communication Technology - Year 7-10
- Marine Science / Aquatic Practices - Year 11-12
- Design and Technologies (Materials and Technologies Specialisations)/ Engineering Skills - Year 7-12
Your teaching area not listed above? Please forward your expression of interest as we like to work with you and your teaching preferences to find the right fit teaching position for you at our beautiful school. We welcome applications from teachers ready to fill vacancies NOW and in the FUTURE - including 2026 starters.
Why Sarina State High School?
- Very supportive school community
- Embedded Support Programs for new and beginning staff
- Staff participate in structured collegial development and collaborative approaches supporting the delivery of curriculum and options for different classroom practices
- Dedicated Teaching and Learning Head of Department that works with all staff to support their development across all teaching areas
What We Offer
- Modern facilities and quality resources
- Real career development opportunities
- Relocation and housing support
- 12 month accommodation package is available at this location.
Rural and Remote Housing Incentive Scheme (RRHIS) - Eligible participants include newly appointed or transferring teachers and school leaders commencing their tenure at designated state schools. Permission to Teach and department interns (Trade to Teach and Turn to Teaching) are eligible. You are not eligible if you already reside within 50 minutes of an eligible school. The scheme includes provisions for initial temporary accommodation paid upfront by the department, followed by a taxable rental allowance aligned with the teacher's weekly rent expenses. While availability of department-provided teacher housing is prioritised, alternative accommodation solutions through the rental market are facilitated where necessary and available.
For more information, please review the Rural and Remote Housing Incentive Scheme (RRHIS) Factsheet
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 Sarina 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
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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