Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Laynhapuy Homelands School

Job title Makarraṯa Senior Teacher Designation Senior Teacher 2

Job type Full Time Duration Fixed from 25/01/2027 for 12 months

Salary $151,040 Location Garrthalala, Yirrkala

Position number 51482 RTF 359007 Closing 01/11/2026

Contact Officer Abi White, Laynhapuy Homelands School on 08 8987 1224 or [email protected]

About the agency https://education.nt.gov.au/homepage

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=359007

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY

QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective

As a member of the Laynhapuy Homelands School leadership team, provide educational leadership in the planning, development,

coordination and delivery of the Makarraṯa secondary education program to achieve optimal educational, wellbeing and pathway outcomes for students, while ensuring the program reflects the aspirations of homeland communities across the Laynhapuy region.

Context statement

Laynhapuy Homelands School comprises nine Homeland Learning Centres across Northeast Arnhem Land, providing education to approximately 130 students from Preschool to Year 12. Makarraṯa is the school’s Years 9–12 secondary boarding program, based predominantly at Garrthalala homeland, providing NTCET, VET and other education, training and employment pathways. Students speak





Yolŋu Matha as their first language and English as an additional language or dialect (EAL/D). The program is supported by teaching and boarding staff and the community-led Raypirri Rom team.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Undertake an appropriate teaching load and lead the planning, implementation and evaluation of Makarraṯa secondary education

programs, consistent with NTDET requirements, school policies and relevant curriculum and NTCET requirements.
1. Lead the coordination of VET, NTCET and individual pathway planning for Makarraṯa students, supporting meaningful pathways into

further education, training and employment.
1. Collaborate closely with the Head of Makarraṯa Boarding to ensure continuity of care and a coordinated approach to student

wellbeing, engagement and participation across the education and boarding programs.
1. In collaboration with the Principal, provide educational leadership, coaching and support to Makarraṯa staff to strengthen teaching

practice, curriculum and assessment, and the implementation of effective wellbeing and inclusion practices.
1. Develop and maintain effective partnerships with families, homeland communities and relevant education, health, training and

employment stakeholders to support student engagement, wellbeing and pathways.
1. Assist with the development, management and monitoring of the Makarraṯa program budget to ensure the effective use of financial

resources and alignment with school priorities and the Annual Strategic Improvement Plan.





Selection criteria

Essential

1. Demonstrated experience in secondary curriculum leadership, including senior secondary certification, VET and student pathway

planning.
1. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and respectfully in cross-cultural contexts and build productive relationships with students,

families, colleagues and communities.
1. Demonstrated ability to manage complex operational requirements and logistics, exercise sound judgement and respond effectively

to changing circumstances.
1. Demonstrated success as an accomplished teacher, with the ability to provide high-level instructional leadership, coaching and

mentoring to improve teaching and learning.
1. Demonstrated ability to support student wellbeing, engagement and inclusion, including working collaboratively with families,

communities and relevant support services.
1. Demonstrated ability to lead effective teams, improvement and change, including supporting staff development and the

implementation of current approaches and practices.

Desirable

1. Experience teaching in a multi-age, multi-year level, remote and/or homelands education context.
2. Knowledge and experience in the use of effective EAL/D pedagogies.
3. Knowledge and experience in the use of trauma-informed approaches to support student wellbeing, engagement and learning.

Further information Applicants must hold, or be able to obtain prior to commencement, registration with the NT TRB, a current Working with Children

Clearance (Ochre Card) and a current Northern Territory manual Driver Licence. This position requires regular travel by four-wheel drive vehicle, predominantly on unsealed roads, and by light aircraft, including overnight stays in remote homeland communities.

Approved September 2026 Abi White, Principal, Laynhapuy Homelands School

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