Primary School Teacher – Find your purpose, your community, your Territory

Department of Education and Training; Canberra; On-site; AUD 96,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

12 weeks annual leave + leave loading

12% superannuation

Relocation and remote living benefits

Furnished housing

Salary packaging

Professional development

Fast-tracked application

Job summary

Northern Territory Department of Education and Training is seeking passionate Primary Teachers for fixed-term and ongoing opportunities across our public schools—from vibrant urban centres to welcoming remote communities. Here, you’ll connect with students, experience new cultures, and enjoy a lifestyle defined by adventure, balance, and purpose.

Deliver engaging lessons aligned with the Australian Curriculum, create inclusive classrooms, and build strong relationships with families and

Qualifications

• Registered or eligible for registration with the Teacher Registration Board NT.
• Able to obtain a Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card) – cost covered/reimbursed.
• Qualified Primary Teacher (or near graduation) in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons aligned with the Australian Curriculum.
• Create inclusive, supportive classrooms where every child can thrive.
• Build strong relationships with students, families, and communities.
• Assess, monitor and report on student progress and achievement.
• Contribute to culturally responsive and community-driven education.

Skills

Primary Teacher

Education

Teacher Registration NT

Job description

Ready to take your teaching career further and make a real impact?

The Northern Territory Department of Education and Training is seeking passionate and dedicated Primary Teachers for fixed-term and ongoing opportunities across our public schools - from vibrant urban centres to welcoming remote communities. Here, you'll do more than teach; you'll connect deeply with your students, experience new cultures, and enjoy a lifestyle defined by adventure, balance, and purpose.

About Us

We educate more than 34,000 students across 153 government schools throughout the Northern Territory. Our classrooms reflect the Territory’s rich diversity - with 14,000+ Aboriginal students and nearly half of all students speaking a language other than English. From the tropical Top End to the red deserts of Central Australia, teaching here offers challenge, reward, and a sense of belonging that's hard to find elsewhere.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: $96,180 - $136,997 (based on experience)
• 12 weeks of annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading
• 12% superannuation
• Relocation assistance and remote living benefits
• Furnished housing and additional allowances for eligible remote roles
• Salary packaging and flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing professional development, study leave and mentoring support
• Fast-tracked application process - hear from us within 48 hours of applying

What You’ll Do

• Deliver engaging lessons aligned with the Australian Curriculum
• Create inclusive, supportive classrooms where every child can thrive
• Build strong relationships with students, families, and communities
• Assess, monitor and report on student progress and achievement
• Contribute to culturally responsive and community-driven education

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from qualified Primary Teachers (or those soon to graduate) who are:

• Registered or eligible for registration with the Teacher Registration Board NT
• Able to obtain a Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card) - the cost will be covered / reimbursed.
• Motivated to make a difference and embrace new experiences in diverse settings