Brisbane South State Secondary College (BSSSC), located in Dutton Park, opened in 2021 for its first cohort. With a motto 'Novo Discere Mundo' - Learning for a New World, an exciting opportunity exists for innovative educators to become a part of the teaching team at the new vertical school.

Job details

We are creating a proud community where our reach extends beyond our postcode to provide real international pathways. BSSSC offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum as well as the Queensland Curriculum in the senior phase of learning.  Experience with teaching IB curriculum is desirable.

Additionally, in collaboration with The University of Queensland (UQ), BSSSC is already setting the benchmark for secondary education nationally, and provides students with an innovative physical and pedagogical environment where teaching and learning is tailored for every student.  The College is part of an innovation district actively connecting with a network of local schools, businesses, hospitals, and health and social sciences, as well as UQ.  It is a highly responsive educational community embracing the opportunities of a rapidly changing world.

Current Opportunities:

• Physics/Mathematics/Science - Year 7-12
• English/Humanities and Social Sciences (Middle Years) - Year 7-12

What You'll Need

Teachers coming into a new school environment need to have exceptional relational skills, be driven to build a positive, welcoming and supportive school culture and be willing and able to commit to the school's development and growth. 

• 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)

This is a unique opportunity and requires teachers focused on creating a culture where: 

• Listening to understand is highly valued. Sharing of knowledge and information and providing feedback are opportunities to learn and adapt.
• Student voice and agency cultivates and influences personalised teaching and learning.
• Staff demonstrate intentionally inviting behaviours to create trust and maintain positive relationships.
• Student, staff and school successes are valued and celebrated.
• Vision, strategy and priority frameworks are agreed, communicated and acted upon.
• Individuals demonstrate autonomy with accountability; their performance and achievements are transparent.
• Coaching challenges and supports next step actions and solution finding through a balance of stretch and risk.

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 Brisbane South State Secondary College here

Please note that the campus has limited on-site parking. Applicants will need to consider options for public transport. The area is well-serviced by public bus and rail and the school includes end-of-trip facilities (showers, lockers and bicycle storage).

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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