Sydney, Australia | Posted on 19/06/2026
Salary: commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience
Subject Literacy - Secondary; Physical Education; SEN Teacher - Secondary
Job Type: Full time
City: Sydney
Country: Australia
Postal Code: ****
Job Description
Youth Justice Teacher | Western Sydney
Full‐time, Temporary 12‐month contract with view to become ongoing
Commencing immediately or Term 3 start
Small class sizes (3‐6 students with an SLSO)
Primary and Secondary qualified teachers will be considered
Job reference SH#****
School Profile:
School House is working in partnership with a Government Department of Youth Justice. The Youth Justice Centre is committed to equity of educational chance for all – "A Chance to Learn". It caters to boys aged ***** years, who are part of a remand facility. They present diverse backgrounds and experiences, with some having some form of mental health, disability and/or behavioural disorder. There is a high turnover of students, with most staying less than 3 weeks, and a portion remaining for over 12 months.
Competitive Salary in line with DOE Enterprise Agreement
Offers a wide range of programs designed to address diverse student needs, including remediation, life‐skills, secondary education,



vocational education and tertiary studies
Staffing is comprised of 50% Teaching and 50% SASS staff
Close partnership with Youth Justice staff from all areas, including psychologists, case workers, unit managers, assistant managers, and youth officers
Highly collaborative, collegial and supportive staff and executive team
Requirements
Relevant tertiary qualifications (Bachelor of Education) etc.
Current NESA Accreditation and WWCC (or eligibility to gain)
Ability to register with the Department of Education (which can be fast tracked upon offer)
Dynamic professionals who have the ability to build rapport, display resilience, and show compassion and empathy towards working with students in unique situations
Excellent communication and behaviour management skills
Motivation and a passion to work with and support young boys on their journey through secondary education
Enthusiasm and flexibility with the ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment
Ability and desire to actively support the values and ethos of the school
Working rights for Australia (or eligible to gain)
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📌 Youth Justice Teacher (New South Wales)
🏢 SchoolHouse
📍 New South Wales