Teacher - Secondary, Multiple Opportunities, Spinifex State College (Mount Isa)

Spinifex State College - Mount Isa is a three campus educational facility. Our Junior Campus caters to years 7-9, Senior Campus years 10-12 and the Residential Campus houses all boarding students. Our school is the largest secondary school in the north west providing a quality education to students from Mount Isa and surrounding communities.

Spinifex State College aims to develop clever, skilled and creative learners. To achieve this aim, we provide students with access to quality curriculum programs and learning opportunities. We also inspire our students to explore their passions, harness their unique talents and fulfil their potential. 

Our strong links with Mount Isa Mines and other businesses have led to many authentic learning opportunities to prepare students for their chosen post-school pathways. This includes school-based apprenticeships/traineeships and work experience. Spinifex students are encouraged to work hard and achieve their best - our school is proud of our students and their achievements.

For lifestyle information please see this video.

Current Opportunities

• Health and Physical Education / Mathematics - Year 8-12 (Permanent)
• Health and Physical Education / Science - Year 7-12 (Temporary, ASAP-18/09/26)
• Engineering - Year 10-12 (Permanent from 06/10/26)

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 Spinifex SC 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.