Are you looking for a temporary teaching opportunity that gives you the flexibility to work across a number of school settings?
If so, apply for the Specialist Teacher Stream of the Teachers in the Field Program and expand your teaching experience. Temporary positions are available for Years K - 6 or Years 7 - 12 across a range of regional, rural and remote NSW public schools.
Under the Specialist Teacher Stream, temporary teaching opportunities are available for up to two years across a geographic region of schools.
Applicants must hold a valid approval to teach with the NSW Department of Education and be approved to teach in the subject area of the advertised position.
Temporary positions under the Specialist Teacher Stream are listed below.
Hub and spoke model
Temporary teachers employed under this model are assigned to a group of two to three schools with one school designated as the 'hub' school. Hub and spoke schools are grouped according to travel distance, so that teachers’ commuting time is, on average, no more than an hour.
Teachers will be based in their 'hub' school and will travel to 'spoke' schools, timetabled to deliver specialist subjects. Temporary teachers employed under this model must hold a valid NSW driver's licence, have access to their own vehicle and be willing to travel to participating schools.
Participating schools
Regional North and West
Hub School
Aldavilla Primary School Years K - 6
Spoke Schools
Frederickton Public School Years K - 6
Kempsey East Public School Years K - 6
About the Hub School
Aldavilla Primary School has 275 students enrolled, with 30% identifying as Aboriginal, and is located on the Mid North Coast. Students are nurtured by a great staff whose professional attitude and excellence helps all students reach their full potential. Students access an ever-increasing range of opportunities and work towards excellence in literacy and numeracy. The community is engaged and proud of the positive image and achievements of the school. Our students and teachers all have advanced skills in technology to create a unique environment in learning. Our students feel safe, secure and supported to achieve success.
How to apply
Applicants for this position must be approved to teach music.
Applicants are requested to email a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role and a current resume, including contact details for two referees, to Kathryn McNee (Principal, Aldavilla Primary School).
Hub School
Bulahdelah Central School Years K - 12
Spoke School
Chatham High School Years 7 – 12
About the Hub School
Bulahdelah Central School is located in the Bulahdelah township in the Hunter/Mid North Coast region of New South Wales. Bulahdelah Central School provides quality education for students from Kindergarten to Year 12.
Please note: The hub school will be determined based on the successful applicant’s living and travel preferences.
How to apply
Applicants for this position must be approved to teach food technology.
Applicants are requested to email a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role and a current resume, including contact details for two referees, to George Frangos (Principal, Bulahdelah Central School).
Hub School
Dubbo College Senior Campus Years 11 - 12
Spoke School
Dubbo College Delroy Campus Years 7 – 10
Dubbo College South Campus Years 7 - 10
About the Hub School
Dubbo College Senior Campus (DCSC) delivers a wide range of Stage 6 courses examined or assessed for the Higher School Certificate and is a part of Dubbo College, a three-campus collegiate. The campus has a current enrolment of 539 students. 34% of students identify as having an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background. High expectations for students and support for them to develop capabilities as independent self-motivated learners are central to all DCSC programs and activities.
How to apply
Applicants for this position must be approved to teach special/inclusive education, or VET - Industrial Technology or Creative Arts.
Applicants are requested to email a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role and a current resume, including contact details for two referees, to Charles Gauci (Executive Principal, Dubbo College).
Regional South
Hub School
Crookwell High School Years 7 - 12
Spoke School
Yass High School Years 7 – 12
About the Hub School
Crookwell High school is a comprehensive rural high school with strong connections to our local community. It is situated in fertile pastoral country approximately 2.5 hours south west of Sydney, at an elevation of 887 metres. The school population is approximately 215 Students (13 students identify as Aboriginal and three students with a language background other than English) and 34 teaching and support staff, with one multi-categorical class. Our local area has a population of approximately 3100 people, with agriculture being a predominate employment source. Our local community is a very strong supporter of our youth, with many students moving into local employment.
Please note: This position can be offered as a Classroom Teacher or Head Teacher position based on the successful applicant. The hub school will be determined based on the successful applicant’s living and travel preferences.
How to apply
Applicants for this position must be approved to teach information software and technology.
Applicants are requested to email a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role and a current resume, including contact details for two referees, to Vero Joseph (Principal, Crookwell High School).
Rural North
Hub School
Glen Innes High School Years 7 - 12
Spoke School
Guyra Central School Years K - 12
About the Hub School
Glen Innes High School, established in 1927, is a comprehensive, co-educational Year 7 - 12 school situated in the northern tablelands of NSW, traditional land of the Ngarrabul People of the Gomaroi Nation.
Glen Innes High School currently provides for around 480 students with approximately 17% of students identifying as having an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders heritage. The school has a recognised culture of support and inclusion and has three multi-categorical classes. The school has a recognised culture of support and inclusion and has three multi-categorical classes. Strong links with the community exist through student traineeships, apprenticeships and informal partnerships. The diverse community is valuing of education and the life opportunities it provides. Teaching staff are committed to a culture of excellence with high expectations of themselves and students, providing extra tuition through Night Library, assistance outside school hours for seniors and an Aboriginal homework centre as a joint venture with all schools in Glen Innes.
Please note: This position can be offered as a Classroom Teacher or Head Teacher position based on the successful applicant.
How to apply
Applicants for this position must be approved to teach industrial technology metals or hospitality.
Applicants are requested to email a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role and a current resume, including contact details for two referees, to Adam Forrester (Principal, Glen Innes High School).
Hub School
The Rivers Secondary College, Kadina High Campus Years 7 - 12
Spoke School
The Rivers Secondary College, Lismore High Campus Years 7 – 12
The Rivers Secondary College, Richmond River High Campus Years 7 – 12
About the Hub School
Located within the Bundjalung Nation, Kadina High Campus is part of The Rivers Secondary College and consists of three comprehensive Year 7-12 campuses, including Lismore High Campus and Richmond River High Campus.
We provide a learning environment based on high expectations, mutual respect and personal development. Our students not only feel they are a part of a vibrant learning community, they recognise the importance of our connections to the broader community. The campus has a population of 320 students, 35% who identify as Aboriginal. The campus has a strong focus on wellbeing and restorative practices. We are committed to collaboration, with a focus on staff and student growth.
Please note: This position can be offered as a Classroom Teacher or Head Teacher position based on the successful applicant.
How to apply
Applicants for this position must be approved to teach science or physical education.
Applicants are requested to email a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role and a current resume, including contact details for two referees, to Christopher Randle (Principal, The Rivers Secondary College, Kadina High Campus).
Hub School
Wee Waa High School* Years 7 - 12
Spoke School
Narrabri High School Years 7 – 12
About the Hub School
Wee Waa High School is a co-educational, comprehensive rural secondary school in North-West NSW that services students from the small towns of Wee Waa, Burren Junction and Pilliga. We respectfully acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we provide our education, the Gamilaraay nation. Approximately 42% of the students at Wee Waa High School identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and the school is committed to promoting its cultural diversity through a strong educational program for Aboriginal students.
Wee Waa High School educates students in a caring, inclusive and culturally respectful learning environment. We aim to empower our students to become agile, lifelong learners and successful, future-focused citizens, adept with technology and prepared for life in a changing world.
How to apply
Applicants for this position must be approved to teach special/inclusive education or science.
Applicants are requested to email a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role and a current resume, including contact details for two referees, to Jacki Neil (Principal, Wee Waa High School).
*Benefits and incentives may apply
Rural South and West
Hub School
Corowa High School Years 7 - 12
Spoke School
Oaklands Central School* Years K - 12
About the Hub School
Corowa High School is located on the banks of the Murray River, approximately 56km from Albury NSW. Our school is deeply connected to the local community and our school culture is one of inclusion and excellence with students, staff, parents and the community strongly supporting the school’s endeavours. Currently the school has 321 students, 2% of whom are Aboriginal. Students are drawn from both the Corowa township and the surrounding rural areas.
Corowa High School offers an extensive curriculum featuring a diverse range of subjects in Years 7 to 12. The school includes a support unit and extension classes, which seek to further challenge and support all students.
At Corowa High School we are committed to ensuring that every student achieves their potential through the creation of an innovative and collaborative learning environment which fosters curiosity and supports wellbeing. We ensure our students are successful learners and leaders in our school and that they embody our school values of being inclusive, informed and engaged.
How to apply
Applicants for this position must be approved to teach agriculture or technology mandatory or science or english or special education.
Applicants are requested to email a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role and a current resume, including contact details for two referees, to Joanne Bellette (Principal, Corowa High School).
*Benefits and incentives may apply
Hub School
Temora High School Years 7 - 12
Spoke School
Young High School Years 7 – 12
About the Hub School
Temora High School is a comprehensive secondary school with a support unit which has three classes located in the Riverina on Wiradjuri country, one hour north of Wagga Wagga. The student population is 320. 7% of all students identify as having an Aboriginal background. Students participate in a wide range of learning experiences focusing on positive relationships, aspirations and high value evidence-based learning in the pursuit of academic improvement and excellence. Our vision is to create a positive and respectful learning environment that fosters individual opportunities and aspirations, providing time, support and space, in which to challenge students to set goals, engage fully and achieve their potential.
There is teacher housing available in Temora.
Please note: The hub school will be determined based on the successful applicant’s living and travel preferences.
How to apply
Applicants for this position must be approved to teach business studies and/or geography and/or history.
Applicants are requested to email a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role and a current resume, including contact details for two referees, to Ian Pattingale (Principal, Temora High School).
Hub School
Temora High School Years 7 - 12
Spoke School
The Henry Lawson High School Years 7 – 12
About the Hub School
Temora High School is a comprehensive secondary school with a support unit which has three classes located in the Riverina on Wiradjuri country, one hour north of Wagga Wagga. The student population is 320. 7% of all students identify as having an Aboriginal background. Students participate in a wide range of learning experiences focusing on positive relationships, aspirations and high value evidence-based learning in the pursuit of academic improvement and excellence. Our vision is to create a positive and respectful learning environment that fosters individual opportunities and aspirations, providing time, support and space, in which to challenge students to set goals, engage fully and achieve their potential.
There is teacher housing available in Temora.
Please note: The hub school will be determined based on the successful applicant’s living and travel preferences.
How to apply
Applicants for this position must be approved to teach metals and engineering and/or technology mandatory.
Applicants are requested to email a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role and a current resume, including contact details for two referees, to Ian Pattingale (Principal, Temora High School).
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Contact the Teachers in the Field Program team via teachersinthefield@det.nsw.edu.au.
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