Job Description
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Are you ready to take your teaching career further and make a lasting impact on young learners?
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The
Northern Territory Department of Education and Training
is seeking passionate
Early Childhood Teachers
for
fixed-term and ongoing opportunities
across our public schools — from vibrant urban centres to welcoming remote communities. This is your opportunity to inspire curiosity, nurture early learning, and experience a lifestyle that offers both professional growth and personal adventure.
About Us n
We support over
34,000 students
across
153 government schools
in the Northern Territory. Our classrooms reflect the Territory's incredible diversity — with
14,000+ Aboriginal students
and nearly half of all students speaking a language other than English. From the lush tropics of the Top End to the vast deserts of Central Australia, teaching in the NT offers purpose, challenge, and a rewarding lifestyle like no other.
What We Offer n
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Competitive salary:
$96,180 – $136,997 (based on experience)
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12 weeks of annual leave
plus 17.5% leave loading
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12% superannuation
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Relocation assistance
and
remote living benefits
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Salary packaging




and flexible working arrangements
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Furnished housing
and additional allowances for eligible remote roles
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Ongoing professional development
, study leave and mentoring support
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Quick-tracked application process
– hear from us within 48 hours of applying
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What You'll Do n
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Create inclusive, play-based and engaging learning experiences aligned with the Australian Curriculum
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Foster children's curiosity, confidence and wellbeing through early learning
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Build strong, positive relationships with students, families, and communities
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Assess, monitor and report on student progress Who We're Looking For n
We welcome applications from qualified
Early Childhood Teachers
(or those soon to graduate) who are:
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Registered or eligible for registration with the
Teacher Registration Board NT
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Able to obtain a Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card)
– the cost will be covered / reimbursed.
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Passionate about giving every child the best possible start to their education
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📌 Early Childhood Teacher - Find Your Purpose, Your Community, Your Territory (Cairns)
🏢 Department of Education and Training
📍 Cairns