Secondary 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

Relocation assistance

Remote living benefits

Furnished housing

Salary packaging options

Ongoing professional development

Fast-tracked application process

Job summary

The Northern Territory Department of Education and Training is seeking passionate and dedicated Secondary Teachers for both ongoing and fixed-term opportunities across the Territory, offering a chance to inspire students and grow professionally.

Deliver engaging lessons aligned with the Australian Curriculum; foster inclusive classrooms; build strong relationships with students, families and local communities; and contribute to culturally responsive learning.

Qualifications

• Qualified Secondary Teachers (or completing degree soon).
• Registered or eligible for registration with the Teacher Registration Board NT.
• Able to obtain a Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card) – cost covered.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and effective lessons aligned with the Australian Curriculum.
• Foster inclusive classrooms that support every student’s learning and wellbeing.
• Build strong relationships with students, families, and local communities.
• Assess, monitor and report on student progress and achievement.
• Contribute to culturally responsive learning environments reflecting NT diversity.

Skills

Secondary teaching

Curriculum delivery

Student engagement

Education

Teacher qualification (or completing degree)

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in your teaching career and make a difference where it truly matters?

The Northern Territory Department of Education and Training is seeking passionate and dedicated Secondary Teachers for both ongoing and fixed-term opportunities across the Territory. Whether you’re based in a vibrant urban centre or a culturally rich remote community, you’ll have the chance to inspire students, grow professionally, and enjoy a lifestyle defined by adventure, connection, and purpose.

About Us

We support more than 34,000 students across 153 government schools throughout the Northern Territory. Our schools reflect the diversity of our region — with 14,000+ Aboriginal students and nearly half of all students speaking a language other than English. Teaching here offers meaningful professional challenges, deep cultural experiences, and the opportunity to be part of strong, supportive communities.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: $96,180 - $136,997 (based on experience)
• 12 weeks of annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading
• Relocation assistance and remote living benefits
• Furnished housing and additional allowances for eligible remote roles
• Salary packaging options 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 and effective lessons aligned with the Australian Curriculum
• Foster inclusive classrooms that support every student’s learning and wellbeing
• Build strong relationships with students, families, and local communities
• Assess, monitor and report on student progress and achievement
• Contribute to culturally responsive learning environments that reflect the diversity of the NT

Who We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from qualified Secondary Teachers (or those completing their degree soon) 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 in diverse and rewarding educational settings