Teacher - Primary/Secondary, Multiple Opportunities, Prep-12, Hughenden State School

Hughenden is a welcoming rural town in North West Queensland, offering an authentic outback lifestyle with a strong sense of community, affordable living and access to a range of recreational and cultural opportunities.

This role suits a secondary-trained English teacher who is willing to work across multi-age classes within a friendly and collaborative P–12 school. Teachers benefit from small class sizes, a wide breadth of experience across primary and secondary cohorts, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a close-knit community. Sole-tenant accommodation may be available by negotiation, with pets considered subject to discussion.

For lifestyle information please see this video.

Current Opportunity:

• Primary/Secondary - English (7-12) / Health and Physical Education (Prep-12) / Languages (Temporary, 20/04/26 - 04/12/26) 
• Primary/Secondary - Health and Physical Education/Science - Year P-12 (Permanent, Commence 20/04/2026)

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 Hughenden 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.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

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.