Youth Off The Streets is a not‐for‐profit organisation supporting young people to build safer, healthier futures. For 30 years, our special assistance schools have provided flexible education for students who don't thrive in mainstream settings.
Established in ****, Key College is a coeducational specialist school supporting students in Years 9-12.
Our school programs aim to empower young people with learning strategies to make informed decisions towards creating a positive future.
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Generalist Teacher on a permanent full-time basis.
You're a calm, structured and adaptable teacher who enjoys building strong relationships with young people. You're confident differentiating learning for students with a wide range of academic, behavioural and social needs, and you can flex your approach to keep students engaged and feeling safe.
What You Will Bring:
Ability to work with young people who have been marginalised in previous schools.
Flexible to teach across Science, PE, Aboriginal Studies and Work Studies; experience desirable but not essential.
Previous experience working in a trauma-informed setting or with students who have experienced trauma is preferred.
An understanding of the principles that underpin a child protected organisation including mandatory child protection procedures.
Demonstrated capacity to respect and work effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people of diverse cultural backgrounds.
Additional experience in outdoor recreation, performing arts, creative arts, sport, fitness or other extra curricula activities are desirable qualities.
Experience and proficiency in G-Suite and Google Classroom is desired but not essential.
Current registration with NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA).
What we can offer you:




Work with deep purpose—making a real difference for vulnerable young people
A supportive, inclusive culture guided by The Sanctuary Model
Ongoing training and development
EAP access for you and your family
Additional leave (purchased leave, gifted leave, self‐care leave)
Regular supervision and support from experienced leaders
Salary packaging to increase your take‐home pay
A team that continually innovates to improve outcomes for young people
Fitness Passport
To Apply
Please ensure you enclose a copy of your resume with your contact details and cover letter addressing the essential criteria (2 pages maximum).
Youth Off The Streets embraces
The Sanctuary Model
as the foundation of our organisational culture. This trauma-informed approach guides how we support young people and staff, prioritising safety, emotional wellbeing, and resilience. It shapes our practices in conflict resolution, crisis intervention, and healing from trauma—creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment for all.
At Youth Off The Streets, diversity, equity and inclusion are part of our DNA. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our people. It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our customers and the communities we serve.
Youth off The Streets is an EEO Employer and a child safe organisation
The successful candidate will be requested to submit applications for a NSW Working With Children Check and Police Check. You will also be required to have a valid Australian Drivers Licence and unrestricted Australian working rights.
We encourage people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander to apply for this position.
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📌 Teacher - Merrylands (New South Wales)
🏢 Youth Off the Streets
📍 New South Wales