Teacher - Secondary, Multiple Opportunities, Baralaba State School

Baralaba State School (P-10) is a warm, inclusive rural school in Central Queensland, committed to "Success by effort", the school places strong value on community partnerships, close relationships between staff, students and families, and providing high-quality learning experiences.

Founded in 1918 in a tent, Baralaba State School is located in Central Queensland, west of Gladstone. In 2018, we celebrated the centenary of our school and in 2019, Baralaba SS was one of the first schools in the state to open its State Delivered Kindergarten program - a significant milestone for the state schooling system. Today, we are proud of our school’s traditions, our facilities and the learning opportunities that we provide our students to prepare them for their futures.

Job details

• Position status: Permanent
• Position type: Full-time
• Occupational group: Education & Training
• Classification: Teacher
• Workplace Location: Central West Qld
• Job ad reference: QLD/671719/25
• Closing date: 13-Jul-2026
• Yearly salary: $76963 - $123102
• Fortnightly salary: $2950.00 - $4718.50
• Total remuneration:
• Salary Other:
• Job duration: Commence: As Soon As Possible
• Contact person: Teacher Recruitment Team
• Contact details: TeachQueenslandRecruitment@qed.qld.gov.au Access the National Relay Service

Baralaba State School is a small, inclusive rural school located in the welcoming community of Baralaba, offering an exceptional opportunity to combine rewarding teaching with an enviable country lifestyle. The town provides affordable housing, a relaxed pace of life, and a strong sense of community, while being within convenient driving distance of larger regional centres for shopping, services, and travel.

Our school is built on strong relationships, high expectations, and a commitment to student wellbeing and academic growth. Teachers at Baralaba State School benefit from working in a supportive, collaborative environment where staff know their students and families well and have the opportunity to make a genuine, lasting impact. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher who values teamwork, embraces rural education, and is passionate about creating engaging learning experiences for all students.

This position offers excellent work–life balance, professional support, and the unique rewards that come from being an integral part of a close-knit school and community.

Current Opportunities:

• Mathematics / Science / English - Year 7
• English / Humanities^* / Digital Technologies - Year 9-10

^*Humanities vacancies could include some or all streams of Humanities and Social Sciences (Geography, History, Civics & Citizenship, Economics and Business, etc.)

What We Offer

• Generous rural teacher incentives
• Modern facilities and quality resources
• Real career development opportunities
• Relocation and housing support

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 Baralaba State School website here 

📄 Read about departmental incentives: Download PDF (PDF)

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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