BYETC is a Department of Education school operating within the Brisbane Youth Detention Centre at Wacol. It is a multi-campus school catering to both male and female students from across the state who are either on remand or have been sentenced for criminal offences. The school plays an important role in the community by providing young people in detention with opportunities to gain knowledge, skills, and values that enhance their capacity to pursue positive choices in the future.

The centre offers a supportive learning environment with a focus on improving literacy, numeracy, vocational skills, and life skills to help students build confidence and open pathways for their future. If you're committed to fostering equity and excellence in education, you will play a vital role in empowering young people in detention, helping them develop skills for a positive future.

BYETC has a strong, collaborative, cross-campus team culture. Our staff are passionate about positively influencing our students, many of whom have had disrupted or negative experiences of schooling and often have lived through complex trauma and disadvantage.

As a mathematics teacher at BYETC you will be part of a large faculty of maths teachers. New staff to the school are provided with a comprehensive induction program and are afforded opportunities to work shadow their colleagues to develop an understanding of teaching in detention prior to taking their own lessons. Teaching staff are generally supported in classes by a Youth Justice Youth Worker and a teacher aide.

For further information about the school, click here to visit the school's website.

See opportunities below:
Mathematics - Year 7-12 (Temporary, 19/09/25 - 12/12/25)

What is in it for you?

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Applicants for these positions must possess:
The ability to teach Vocational Educational and Training mathematics courses
The ability to differentiate the curriculum for students with differing ability levels
The ability to collaborate with a team and contribute positively to team culture
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with students with complex needs
High level of word processing skills and the ability to use classroom technology such as interactive whiteboards
Possession of a TAE40122 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
A relevant teaching qualification. Click here for further information on teaching qualifications.
Current full registration or current provisional registration with eligibility for full registration, as a teacher in Queensland. Pre-service/graduate teachers must have been granted provisional registration prior to commencing employment as a teacher. For more information regarding registration requirements, please Click Here.
Employment for pre-service/graduate teachers will be subject to the successful completion of a relevant teaching qualification and meeting the minimum requirements as a teacher with the department.
Working rights in Australia, which means you have, or you are eligible to obtain a valid Australian Visa with work rights (if you're not already an Australian Citizen or resident).

How to apply:
Click the Green 'Apply online' button below
Enter your personal details
Attach your current resume including contact details of two professional referees

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