Job description
Agency Department of Education and Work unit Teaching and Learning Services, Early Years

Training and Primary
Job title Families as First Teachers Family Designation Administrative Officer 4 92%

Liaison Officer
Job type Full Time Duration Ongoing
Salary $73,291 - $83,558 Location Arlparra
Position number 37594 RTF 360230 Closing 11/11/2026
Contact Officer Christine Munro, Principal Arlparra School, 0458 520 853, [email protected]
About the agency www.education.nt.gov.au www.industry.nt.gov.au
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=360230

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF
YOUR TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
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.
This position is only available to Aboriginal applicants. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the OCPE
website.

Primary objective
The Families as First Teachers (FaFT) Family Liaison Officer is part of the school’s birth to 3-engagement work and will
prepare children for learning by supporting the Family Educator to develop and deliver a range of culturally appropriate
early learning place based programs for remote Aboriginal families (birth to 3 years)



in the community.
Context statement
The FaFT program is an early learning and family support program for vulnerable and disadvantaged Aboriginal families
with children prior to school entry (birth-3 years).The FaFT Family Educators work as part of the school with local Aboriginal
staff and community to develop and deliver a range of place based programs for remote Aboriginal families and support
their successful transition to preschool. FaFT programs work across agencies to promote optimal child development, family
engagement in early learning and family support that is respectful of Aboriginal parenting and cultural issues.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Assist in the delivery of responsive and appropriate early learning and family support programs that meet the needs of

remote children and their families, build on families’ strength and add value to a range of Aboriginal child and family
services within the community.

2. Support the delivery of the Abecedarian Approach Australia (3a) which is an evidence-based program to enhance
adult child interaction and improve the educational outcomes for children in low socio economic communities.

3. Assist to establish and maintain close working relationships and networks with local community stakeholders.
4.



Maintain a leadership role within the community in aspects of information and advice on early learning and parenting.
5. Assist the Family Educator with administrative tasks to foster positive and inclusive learning environments.
6. Work as part of a team with the principal, family educator and regional program advisor regarding place based

programs and requirements to effectively support families and communities.
7. Participate in continuous career development and accredited training, including Abecedarian Approach Australia

(3a)
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Thorough understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal child rearing practices and demonstrated knowledge of early

childhood development of families in remote communities.
2. Demonstrated ability to use relevant local language(s) and communicate clearly in English both orally and in writing;

and a clear understanding of local and cultural issues in early childhood services provision.
3. Experience working as part of an effective team in remote Aboriginal communities, with the capacity to work

unsupervised, and to exercise sound judgement.
4. An ability to interact effectively with people from different cultures, with strong negotiating and liaison skills.
Desirable
1. Relevant experience in the development and delivery of adult capacity within the local community.
2. Possess Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
Further information
The selected applicant must hold a current NT Working with Children Notice (Ochre Card) and driver’s licence or the
ability to obtain prior to commencement.

📌 Families as First Teachers Family Liaison Officer (Northern Territory)
🏢 Department of Education and Training
📍 Northern Territory