Teacher Special Education - Hopetown School
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
Special Education
Sector
Government
Salary range
Closing date
1 April 2026
Posted 19 Mar 2026
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43
Total students
11.7
Teaching FTE
11.4
Non-teaching FTE
797
ICSEA value
3rd percentile · Lower SES
4%
EAL/D Background
35%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
Hopetown School is a School for Specific Purposes established in 1986, located on the traditional lands of the Darkinjung people in the Central Coast region. It supports students in Years 3–12 with mental health disorders and other diagnoses who are at risk of disengaging from school, with a maximum population of 56 students and classes capped at 7 students per class. The school prioritises emotional literacy and student wellbeing, creating a safe and inclusive learning environment where personalised educational programs are delivered collaboratively by teaching staff and a dedicated support team. Hopetown places students at the centre of decision-making, fostering a culture of empathy, innovation, and commitment to ensuring every student can learn in a way that suits them best.
Role description
Location
Central & North Coasts - Newcastle & Hunter ValleyNumber of Positions
1Closing Date
01-Apr-2026, 4:00:00 PMJob Category
TeachersOrganisation
Teaching ServiceHopetown is a School for Specific Purposes, supporting the needs of students (Yr 3-12) with mental health disorders and often other diagnoses, who are at risk of disengaging from school. Established in 1986, Hopetown acknowledges and respects the Darkinjung people who are the traditional owner of the rich wetlands and beautiful natural bush on which the school stands. We pay respect to the elders both past and present and actively support our emerging leaders of today.