Primary Teacher

PRIMARY CLASSROOM TEACHER

A unique opportunity to join Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Thamarrurr Catholic College, a vibrant bilingual school in Wadeye, NT, 420km south-west of Darwin on the lands of the Kardu Diminin people.

We serve children and families from Early Learning through to Year 12 and are seeking enthusiastic Primary Classroom Teachers for full-time, fixed-term contracts from January 2027. We welcome applications from both experienced and graduate teachers who have an interest in remote Aboriginal education and a commitment to our Catholic ethos.

What We Offer

• Salary from $95,525 to $142,887 (relevant to experience)  + 12% superannuation
• Salary sacrificing options
• Relocation assistance up to $3,000
• 12 weeks paid leave: 6 weeks annual leave + 6 weeks paid stand down
• Rent-free, fully furnished accommodation with subsidised power and water
• Grocery courier costs covered
• 4 flights out of isolated location (FOIL) per year (pro-rata), including family members
• Annual Special Teaching Allowance of approximately $3,201 with additional bonuses
• Funded professional development
• Generous leave entitlements including additional personal leave and leave loading
• Employee rewards program with retail discounts
• 100% discount on school fees for children attending our Catholic college

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver creative, engaging lessons that inspire curiosity and a love of learning
• Design inclusive programs that celebrate every learner
• Apply tailored teaching strategies to support student growth
• Engage with families and the broader community to support student learning and wellbeing
• Live out the values of faith, respect, and community in your classroom

About You

• Hold or be eligible for registration with the NT Teacher Registration Board
• Hold a valid Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card)
• Demonstrate strong classroom management and communication skills
• Show a dedication to inclusive teaching practices and differentiated learning
• Have a respect for and willingness to support the Catholic ethos of the school, applicants of all faiths and backgrounds are encouraged to apply
• Have a genuine interest in working within a remote Aboriginal community, with a willingness to build respectful relationships with local staff, families, and the broader Wadeye community

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing your suitability for the role to the Principal: [email protected]

The Catholic Education Office reserves the right to close this advertisement early or extend it beyond the closing date. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening in accordance with child-related employment legislation.