Job description
Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Callistemon House, Katherine High School
Job title Male House Parent Designation Administrative Officer 4
Job type Full time Duration Fixed to 22/05/2026
Salary $75,091 - $85,611 Location Katherine
Position number 22472 RTF Closing 21/01/2026
Contact officer Brooke Brenner, Assistant Principal Positive Culture and Partnerships, Katherine High School on
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QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability
by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact
officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the OCPE
website.
Primary objective
A House Parent provides high level efficient and effective day-to-day delivery of student support for the Callistemon House Boarding facility
including providing administrative and program support, supervising and working with students and their families/carers, providing transport and
organising and supervising recreational activities.
Context statement
Callistemon House is a 40-bed boarding facility for secondary students from remote areas. The facility provides a safe, comfortable and culturally
appropriate environment for students seeking access to quality secondary programs leading to expanded education and employment pathways.
The work environment is characterised by extensive teamwork where intercultural knowledge and skills are paramount.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Support the successful daily operations of the boarding facility including working with students in programs, undertaking independent living
skills assessments, and supervising students on after-hours and/or weekend recreational activities.
2. Mentoring students in a range of life skills and competencies and undertaking independent living skills assessments (cooking, cleaning, self-
care, managing money etc.).
1. Provide a case management approach to improve student outcomes and strengthen engagement.
2. Build strong connections and engagement with families and communities of students.
3. Respond to critical or emergency incidents that may occur within the residential setting in accordance with organisational policies and
procedures, in a timely manner.
1. Work effectively with a team, and autonomously, to carry out tasks as required
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Proven administrative and supervisory skills at a community/residential care level, including demonstrated discretion, confidentiality,
sensitivity and awareness of the legal implications on 'loco parentis'.
2. Demonstrated focus on enhancing educational outcomes for students with a special focus on enhancing literacy and academic achievement.
3. Demonstrated high level interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, with demonstrated experience interacting effectively with
people from diverse cultures including students, parents, carers and the community.
4. Demonstrated ability to organise a range of suitable recreation activities for adolescents including providing appropriate engagement,
supervision and transport.
5. Proven ability to participate as part of a team in the spirit of positivity, reliability, trust and collaboration as well as work cooperatively with
senior management, staff members and peers in achieving objectives and as part of the boarder school community.
6. Proven ability to utilise computer programs to produce reports and correspondence and manage information.
Desirable
1. Formal qualifications in community or residential care and or previous experience in residential care in a school boarding environment or
willingness to obtain.
2. Bronze Medallion or willingness to obtain.
Further information
This position is open to male applicants only due to the requirement to provide overnight assistance and care to Male students between the ages of 12
and 18 years of age, within a dormitory environment. This position is advertised pursuant to s35 of the Anti-Discrimination Act. Applicants will have
or be able to obtain the following: a Working with Children clearance notice (Ochre Card), a current driver's licence and be prepared to upgrade
to light rigid/MR vehicle, and a current First Aid certificate. Successful applicants are expected to work a combination of day, evening, weekend
and active night duty shifts and to travel (including travel by light aircraft). There is no accommodation available with this position.