Teacher - Multiple Opportunities - Forest Lake State High School

Are you a passionate educator looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference? Forest Lake State High School is recruiting talented teachers across multiple areas to join our dynamic team!

Located in the thriving and family-focused community of Forest Lake - Forest Lake State High School is a strong, vibrant and welcoming school with a proud tradition of excellence. Just 22 km west of Brisbane’s CBD, Forest Lake is known for its leafy surroundings, diverse community and supportive environment - an ideal place to live, work and grow. Our school embraces innovation, high expectations and student well-being, ensuring every student is encouraged to reach their full potential.

Job details

• Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
• Position type: Full-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Teacher
• Workplace Location: Brisbane - South,Brisbane - East
• Job ad reference: QLD/678775/26
• Closing date: 06-Mar-2026
• Yearly salary: $76963 - $123102
• Fortnightly salary: $2950 - $4718.50
• Total remuneration:
• Salary Other:
• Job duration: ASAP - 11/12/2026
• Contact person: Grant Darnell
• Contact details: (07) 3714 2333 / gdarn4@eq.edu.au Access the National Relay Service

Whether you're a beginning teacher ready to launch your career or an experienced educator looking for your next meaningful move, Forest Lake State High School offers the support, growth, and purpose you're looking for.

Join a welcoming, inclusive school community where staff are genuinely supported, collaboration is valued, and professional learning is part of everyday practice. You'll be empowered to bring your ideas to life in the classroom, grow your craft alongside skilled colleagues, and make a real, lasting impact on young people from diverse backgrounds.

At Forest Lake State High School, you won't just be filling a role - you'll be joining a team that believes in developing teachers as much as developing students. With strong leadership, mentoring for early career teachers, and opportunities for experienced staff to lead, innovate and influence whole-school practice, this is a place where your career can thrive.

If you're passionate about education, driven to make a difference, and keen to work in a school that values people, purpose and progress - we'd love to hear from you.

Current Opportunities:

• Inclusion - Year 7-12 - Full-time, Temporary - Commencing 02/03/2026 - 11/12/2026 (With the possibility of extension)
• Health and Physical Education - Year 7-10 - Full-time, Temporary - Commencing 02/03/2026 - 26/06/2026 (with the possibility of extension)
• Hospitality Practices - Year 7-10 - Full-time, Temporary - Commencing ASAP - 26/06/2026 (with the possibility of extension)

Why Forest Lake State High School?

• Supportive and collaborative staff culture, with opportunities for professional growth and ongoing mentoring.
• Diverse and inclusive student community, providing rich, engaging learning experiences across Years 7-12.
• Focus on practical, hands-on learning and real-world pathways, particularly in Hospitality and vocational subjects.
• Strong leadership support and commitment to student engagement, wellbeing, and achievement.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' skills, confidence, and future career opportunities.

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 https://forestlakeshs.eq.edu.au/

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.