Job details Position status Permanent,Temporary Position type Full-time Occupational group Education & Training Classification Teacher Workplace Location Cairns region,Far North Qld Job ad reference QLD/FNQ510767 Closing date 03-May-2024 Yearly salary Fortnightly salary Total remuneration Salary Other Job duration commencing as soon as possible Contact person Geoff Moore Contact details 07 4043 3222 Access the National Relay Service We look forward to welcoming highly motivated, dedicated and professional educators with the passion and expertise to support the educational outcomes of our students. As our preferred applicant you will be suitably qualified or experienced in supporting students with diverse needs, possess excellent communication skills and have a positive attitude towards teamwork. Gordonvale State High School is located 25 minutes south of Cairns. The school is a Year 7-12 High School catering to the needs of 700 students through a variety of programs with a strong emphasis on student wellbeing, community connections and student outcomes. Our school motto is: Strive to Excel. Explore our website to learn more about Gordonvale State High School A NOTE FOR PERMANENT STATE SCHOOL TEACHERS: You must have the approval of your substantive Principal prior to submitting your application for this position What's in it for you? A highly attractive remuneration package, generous superannuation, salary sacrificing options and leave loading Relocation assistance A broad range of professional development opportunities Opportunities to explore co teaching and flexible learning environments Living in Gordonvale An easy 25-minute drive from Cairns city, on the southern corridor is the small rural sugar growing town of Gordonvale. Home to approximately 6700 the town has a lovely historic charm with a number of heritage listed buildings and sites. Rising proudly from the cane fields is the iconic Walsh's Pyramid or Bundadjarruga in the Yidinji language. At 922 metres high, Walsh's Pyramid is the world's highest freestanding natural pyramid and is a favourite hiking trail for locals and visitors alike. Just a stone's throw away from some of FNQ's best attractions, you'll find plenty of activities to fill your weekends. Visit the beautiful Babinda Boulders, go caving in Chillagoe, wander through ancient lava tubes at Undara, spot platypus in Yungaburra or spend the morning at one of many weekend markets. You'll love it here in the Far North Applicants for this position must possess: Current Queensland College of Teachers registration An active application for teacher employment lodged online TO APPLY FOR THIS EXCITING OPPORTUNITY: Attach a brief resume, contact details for two referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor) and a maximum one page written response outlining the skills and knowledge you will bring to the role. Pre-Service & Beginning Teachers are encouraged to supply their most recent practicum report and academic transcript for the last completed study period (unofficial is fine). 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 Current and future opportunities across the Far North Queensland Region Want to be considered for all opportunities in the Far North Queensland Region? APPLY NOW Further information We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. Applicants are to