At a Glance
- Tasks: Empower young people through flexible education and support their journey to a brighter future.
- Company: Youth Off The Streets, a not-for-profit dedicated to helping vulnerable youth.
- Benefits: Make a real difference, enjoy ongoing training, and access additional leave options.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on trauma-informed practices and cultural diversity.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and create a positive impact in students' lives.
- Qualifications: Experience with marginalised youth and a commitment to inclusivity are essential.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 $ per year.
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 2026, Rise College is a newly registered and accredited independent specialistschool supporting young people in Year 9 and Year 10.
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 Teacher to join our team at our special assistance school located in Maitland, NSW.
The role is initially fulltime in Term 1 2027, reducing to 0.8 FTE in Term 2 2027.
Experience with Stage 6 CAFS, Aboriginal studies, English or HSIE would be an advantage, but we are also open to applicants who are willing to teach outside their trained subject areas.
If you're adaptable, enthusiastic, and committed to making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Experience, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to work with young people who have been marginalised in previous schools.
- 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 safe 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
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.
Teacher - Maitland NSW in East Maitland employer: Youth Off The Streets
Youth Off The Streets is an exceptional employer, offering a meaningful opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people in Merrylands. With a supportive and inclusive culture rooted in The Sanctuary Model, employees benefit from ongoing training, additional leave options, and a focus on emotional wellbeing and resilience. Join a team that values diversity and innovation, where your contributions are celebrated and you can grow both personally and professionally.
