Catholic Education NT operates 18 Catholic schools across the Northern Territory, from Early Learning to Secondary, including five colleges, seven primary schools, one flexible learning centre, and five remote schools. Our schools are places of learning, connection, and growth, guided by the values of Wisdom, Justice, Courage, Compassion, and Love.

The position:

The Education Officer: Literacy provides system-level support to schools across Catholic Education NT, strengthening whole-school literacy through evidence-based instruction, data-informed practice, and high-quality curriculum support for educators in remote, regional, and urban school communities.

Why work for Catholic Education NT?

Annual salary of $146,938 plus super

Relocation assistance of up to $2,500

Working hours: 35 hours per week (8:30 AM – 4:30 PM)

Five weeks of annual leave, plus additional leave entitlements

Salary packaging & novated leasing options (up to $15,900)

Employee rewards program offering savings and discounts at over 450 well-known retailers

Discounted school fees for children attending Catholic schools

Access to learning, development, and leadership opportunities in a supportive environment

Additional benefits when working with or visiting remote schools

Free onsite parking

Full-time permanent position, with commencement negotiable.

Key responsibilities:

As Education Officer you will:

Support the implementation of the CENT Literacy Frameworks and Instructional Model.

Work with school leadership teams, teachers, and support staff across Aboriginal Catholic Community Schools, regional,



and urban schools to use data to improve literacy outcomes.

Deliver qualified learning to build teacher and assistant capacity in literacy across discipline areas.

Provide whole-class instructional support through collaborative planning, team teaching, and formal and informal professional learning opportunities.

Support educators to embed culturally responsive, trauma-informed strategies that meet individual student needs.

Full details of the role and requirements can be found in the Position Description within the Application Package.

About you:

We are looking for someone who:

Demonstrates excellence and leadership in literacy instruction.

Has strong knowledge of, and experience with, the Australian Curriculum.

Possesses high-level organisational, analytical, and conceptual skills.

Is able to work effectively in leadership and supportive roles and as an active team member.

Has the capacity to design and deliver high-quality professional learning for teachers.

Has experience using data to inform targets, actions, and measures to improve literacy outcomes.

Is willing to support the culture and Catholic ethos of Catholic Education NT.

Is willing to travel to Aboriginal Catholic Community Schools, including remote travel.

Holds (or is able to obtain) an Ochre Card, a current NT Driver’s Licence,

Must have a Bachelor or Master’s qualification in Education.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Applications close: 5 August 2026

The Catholic Education Office reserves the right to close this advertisement early or extend it beyond the closing date.

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📌 Education Officer - Literacy (Darwin)
🏢 Catholic Education Office NT
📍 Darwin