Head of Ochre - Indigenous Education

Haileybury; Darwin; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salaries and packages at above-award

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Australian Education Awards Winners

Equality and inclusion

Job summary

Haileybury Rendall School in Darwin invites applications from committed professionals who excel in teaching and understand the educational needs of First Nations students. This permanent full-time role commences January 2027 and serves students in years 7–10 within a dynamic, supportive team.

The school emphasizes literacy and numeracy through explicit instruction and student-centred learning, with a VCE program in senior years.

Qualifications

• Commitment to teaching excellence and strong classroom practice.
• Understanding of the educational needs of First Nations students.
• Ability to contribute to a dynamic, supportive school community.

Responsibilities

• Deliver curriculum to year 7–10 cohorts with a focus on literacy and numeracy.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support student wellbeing and inclusive education.

Job description

Haileybury Rendall School welcomes applications from committed professionals who demonstrate excellence in teaching practice and a strong understanding of the educational needs of First Nations students. This permanent full-time position, commencing in January 2027, provides an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and supportive team focused on empowering students to thrive within the year 7-10 cohort.

All staff at Haileybury Rendall School work together to fulfil the School’s mission: to develop high-achieving students who are connected globally, to each other and to the communities in which they live and will serve. Haileybury Rendall School offers a flexible, diverse and inclusive workforce. We’re focused on embracing change and celebrating and nurturing our people.

The Haileybury Rendall School program provides an exciting and enriching curriculum for all students. It builds resilient and independent learners with skills in creativity, communication, collaboration and critical thinking.

Our teaching approach is tailored to suit all year levels. We develop core literacy and numeracy skills through explicit instruction in the junior years, while in the middle years we move to a combination of explicit instruction and student-centred learning. As students enter their senior years, they begin a three-year VCE program coupled with a range of subjects to suit all interests and abilities.

Health and wellbeing

Haileybury Rendall School provides a safe and supportive learning environment where students are given the opportunity to achieve their full potential, in every aspect of their school life.

Education excellence are at the heart of our culture and national rankings consistently rate Haileybury as one of Australia’s leading independent schools with 20% of our students achieving ATARs above 95.

Extra and Co-Curricular

We are committed to supporting Co-Curricular programs with a range of Extra-Curricular activities covering sport, music, performances, competitions and community initiatives.

Modern facilities

Students have access to a range of academic and sporting facilities including basketball courts, recreational ovals, a swimming pool and a gym.

Ultimately, students leave Haileybury Rendall School prepared for the challenges that lie ahead, with a love for learning and with the life skills essential for success.

Haileybury Rendall School is committed to a Child Safe school environment, and we have extensive recruitment and screening processes in place. All interested applicants are encouraged to read and familiarise themselves with Haileybury Rendall School's Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy located on the Haileybury Rendall School website ( https://www.haileyburyrendall.com.au/policies ).

Haileybury Rendall School is a child safe organisation which welcomes all children, young people and their families. Haileybury Rendall School is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children, including those under the care and supervision of the School. The School recognises the importance of, and its responsibility for, ensuring a safe and supportive environment which respects the rights of children and fosters their enrichment and wellbeing.

Benefits of joining Haileybury Rendall School:

Salaries and packages at above-award level

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

2022 Australian Education Awards Winner – Boarding School of the Year.

2023 Australian Education Awards Winner – Regional School of the Year.

For further insights into the experience and benefits of working at Haileybury Rendall School, please visit the Employment page on the Haileybury Rendall School website ( https://www.haileyburyrendall.com.au ) and refer to “Careers”.

Haileybury Rendall School is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

To apply for this position, you must have the legal right to live and work in Australia.

Applications close on 15 November 2026 at midnight. Please note we will be screening applications and scheduling interviews as applications are received; therefore, the role may be filled prior to the closing date.

Haileybury is one of the leading independent schools in the Asia-Pacific region, with campuses in Keysborough, Brighton, Berwick, Melbourne (City), Darwin, Beijing and Guangzhou (China).

The School is acclaimed for its outstanding academic achievements, small class sizes, broad range of co-curricular activities, and state-of-the-art facilities. Haileybury's mission is to be recognised as a great world school.

Haileybury is one of the leading independent schools in the Asia-Pacific region, with campuses in Keysborough, Brighton, Berwick, Melbourne (City), Darwin, Beijing and Guangzhou (China).

The School is acclaimed for its outstanding academic achievements, small class sizes, broad range of co-curricular activities, and state-of-the-art facilities. Haileybury's mission is to be recognised as a great world school.

Haileybury is one of the leading independent schools in the Asia-Pacific region, with campuses in Keysborough, Brighton, Berwick, Melbourne (City), Darwin, Beijing and Guangzhou (China).

The School is acclaimed for its outstanding academic achievements, small class sizes, broad range of co-curricular activities, and state-of-the-art facilities. Haileybury's mission is to be recognised as a great world school.

Haileybury is one of the leading independent schools in the Asia-Pacific region, with campuses in Keysborough, Brighton, Berwick, Melbourne (City), Darwin, Beijing and Guangzhou (China).

The School is acclaimed for its outstanding academic achievements, small class sizes, broad range of co-curricular activities, and state-of-the-art facilities. Haileybury's mission is to be recognised as a great world school.

Haileybury is one of the leading independent schools in the Asia-Pacific region, with campuses in Keysborough, Brighton, Berwick, Melbourne (City), Darwin, Beijing and Guangzhou (China).

The School is acclaimed for its outstanding academic achievements, small class sizes, broad range of co-curricular activities, and state-of-the-art facilities. Haileybury's mission is to be recognised as a great world school.

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