Senior Teacher

Job description

Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Durack School

Job title Senior Teacher Designation Senior Teacher 1

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing commencing 27/01/2026

Salary $139,296 Location Palmerston

Position number 16937 RTF Closing 12/10/2025

Contact officer Cindy McLaren, Principal on or

About the agency

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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.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures

plans, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective

As a member of the school leadership team, provide leadership and guidance to achieve optimal educational outcomes for

students across the school.

Context statement

Durack School is an independent public school (IPS) located in the City of Palmerston, catering for approximately 600

students (preschool to Year 6). The student cohort is composed of 16% Indigenous and 19% English as a Second Language

students. As an IPS, the focus is on quality teaching, high expectations, maintaining community partnerships and developing

skills for the future. The school's vision is "Every Learner Making Progress.' Durack School's vision is sported by a range of

academic, cultural and wellbeing programs. Key initiatives include Japanese language and culture, PM Writing, data driven

intervention, inclusive practices, a strong English block, and a whole-school 1:1 iPad program embedding Digital

Technologies. Student wellbeing is nurtured through the Grow Your Mind program and a strong focus on mental health and

resilience.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Lead the Upper Primary team in the development and implementation of educational programs to meet the needs of

students in line with the strategic direction and policies of the school and the Department of Education and Training.

2. Lead the implementation of innovative program/projects.

3. Provide professional support, including curriculum pedagogy and classroom management, to teaching staff.

4. Provide professional and administrative support, advice and/or any other duties as directed by the Principal or school

leadership team.

5. Contribute to the formulation and review of school policies, procedures, and strategic planning.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Proven successful experience to achieve high educational outcomes for students through the implementation of

effective and inclusive teaching and learning programs.

2. Provide ability to lead, coach and support teachers in the planning and delivery of differentiated teaching and learning

programs including Learning Through Doing, Grow Your Mind, Teach Like a Champion, and lead student leadership

programs.

1. Demonstrated successful application of interpersonal, communication and conflict resolution skills with parents,

students, and staff to promote a positive schoolclimate.

1. Demonstrated ability to initiate, drive and implement effective programs with particular emphasis on enrichment

through 21st century pedagogies and digital technologies.

1. Proven ability to actively contribute to the development and implementation of strategic plans, policies, and procedures.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from diverse cultures.

Desirable

1. Demonstrated strong data literacy by coaching teachers, analysing and interpreting whole-school data, providing

actionable recommendations, and leading the management and improvement of the school's central data system.

Further information

All applicants must be registered with the Teacher Registration Board of the Northern Territory and have a current Working

with Children Notice (Ochre Card) from SAFE NT.