Job description
Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Durack School
Job title Senior Teacher Designation Senior Teacher 1
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing commencing 27/01/2026
Salary $139,296 Location Palmerston
Position number 15889 RTF 332227 Closing 13/10/2025
Contact officer Cindy McLaren, Principal on 08 8997 7555 or cindy.mclaren@education.nt.gov.au
About the agency www.education.nt.gov.au
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=332227
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
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
As a member of the school leadership team, provide leadership and guidance to achieve optimal educational outcomes for students across
the school.
Context statement
Durack School is an independent public school (IPS) located in the City of Palmerston, catering for approximately 600 students (preschool
to Year 6). The student cohort is composed of 16% Indigenous and 19% English as a Second Language students. As an IPS, the focus is
on quality teaching, high expectations, maintaining community partnerships and developing skills for the future. The school’s vision is
“Every Learner Making Progress’. Durack School’s vision is sported by a range of academic, cultural and wellbeing programs. Key initiatives
include Japanese language and culture, PM Writing, data driven intervention, inclusive practices, a strong English block, and a whole-
school 1:1 iPad program embedding Digital Technologies. Student wellbeing is nurtured through the Grow Your Mind program and a
strong focus on mental health and resilience.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Lead teams in the development and implementation of educational programs to meet the needs of students, in line with the strategic
direction and policies of the school and the Department of Education and Training.
2. Provide professional support, including curriculum, pedagogy and classroom management, to Early Childhood teaching staff.
3. Provide professional and administrative support and advice to the school leadership team.
4. Contribute to the formulation and review of school policies, procedures and strategic planning.
5. Accept an appropriate teaching load.
6. Administrative and management duties as directed by the principal.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Lead, facilitate and support Early Childhood teachers in the planning, preparation and delivery of effective teaching and learning
programs including Learning Through Doing, Grow Your Mind and Teach Like a Champion to meet the diverse characteristics, needs
and learning styles of students; which are consistent with relevant curriculum policies, program requirements and current education
trends.
2. Proven ability to implement effective and inclusive teaching and learning processes, including the use of learning technology and
assessment, to establish a challenging learning workplace in which students Early Childhood students are encouraged to work
towards attainment of their potential.
3. A proven high-level ability in conflict resolution and modelling of appropriate behaviour management strategies that contribute to
establishing and maintaining a supportive learning environment.
4. Demonstrated ability to lead and participate in professional learning teams to achieve high level educational outcomes for students
and a capacity to effectively initiate, communicate and manage change.
5. Effective communication and the development of respectful relationships with students, staff and parents in a cross-cultural
environment, including the ability to interact effectively to build productive partnerships.
6. Comprehensive understanding of the Australian Curriculum and Department of Education and Training, teaching, learning, assessment
and reporting policies and procedures including the National Quality Framework, and an ability to actively contribute to the
development and implementation of strategic plans, policies and procedures l
Further information
All applicants must be registered with the Teacher Registration Board of the Northern Territory and have a current Working with Children
Notice (Ochre Card) from SAFE NT.
📌 Senior Teacher
🏢 Department of Education and Training
📍 Palmerston City