Department of Education Northern Territory

The annual NT Training Award winners have been announced and include two students recogonised for their inspiring hard work towards their future careers. Congratulations to Casuarina Senior College’s Zane Edwards and Taminmin College’s Tahya Anderson. These awards recognise training excellence and achievements by NT businesses, training organisations, apprentices, trainees, trainers and students. Zane was awarded the School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year. He has completed a Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, and is doing exceptionally well with his current employer, LP Airconditioning. Tahya was awarded the VET in Schools Student of the Year. Tahya has completed a Certificate I and II in Racing, and is now studying a Certificate III in Agriculture and a Certificate IV in Vet Nursing. She is achieving great things with her current employer, Humpty Doo Veterinary Hospital. A terrific achievement for these students! 

From Germany to the NT's majestic Big River's region - a skilled educator making a big impact. Meet Annabella, an inspiring Year 5/6 Teacher at Casuarina Street Primary School, Katherine. Annabella was first introduced to the education profession in 2017 as a student mentor and knew from that moment that she wanted to make a difference in the lives of children from all different walks of life. "I saw the importance of school not only being a learning environment but a safe and happy place for many children. Seeing the happiness and excitement on a child's face when they achieve something gives me the motivation everyday to work hard and give students that feeling as often as I can." Originally hailing from Germany - life in the Territory is very different to anything Annabella has ever experienced. Her advice for a teacher who is new to the NT -rural town or remote community - would be "...get out there and give everything a go, whether that is in your teaching career or personally. Take part in community events, join a sports team, become a member of the local art committee, participate in as many professional development opportunities as you can. There’s so many incredible people out there who are a wealth of knowledge in the teaching profession and also really great people are to spend an afternoon at a local swimming hole with." "I’ve definitely done a lot more hiking since living in the NT than I ever thought I would do in my life – but how can you not when there is so many picturesque landscapes and rock holes to be seen! My love for fishing has also grown. There’s nothing more exciting than chasing the ever-elusive barramundi and sharing those stories with students." Annabella completed two university placements in Katherine schools and has now been a classroom teacher for 5 years at one of those very schools. During this time she has had several opportunities to grow both professionally and personally. "I have been the Learning Through Doing (LTD) Mathematics leader at our school since 2023 and have had the opportunity to lead staff meetings and offer support to staff across the school in implementing the LTD program." Annabella's biggest achievement to date was winning Primary Educator of the Year in 2023. Join Annabella, and apply to the classroom teacher recruitment pool: https://lnkd.in/gHzQ-r9w

Amazing work to Zuccoli Primary School, Driver Primary School and Palmerston College teaching staff who have been recognised in the 2024 Australian Teacher Aide of the Year Awards. These annual awards recognise the positive impact of educators in schools and the significant influence they have on students, teachers and their school communities. Kiera Ryan, Classroom Support Officer at Zuccoli Primary School has been announced the individual NT finalist for the positive impact she has had on the learning and wellbeing of students through targeted intervention programs. Driver Primary School’s Preschool Educator Team has been announced the team NT Finalist for their positive impact on student engagement and the quality of their preschool program. Christopher Bryett, Special Education Support Officer at Palmerston College and Danielle Gaylard, Education Assistant Officer at Zuccoli Primary School were also acknowledged in the highly commended awards, for their valuable contribution on students’ education journeys. An incredible acknowledgement, congratulations to these teachers. We look forward to hearing the winners announced next Thursday 5 September. 

Are you looking for a remote small school leadership position? Exciting opportunities are available at Stirling School and Bonya School in the Central region. What's on offer: 🔐Job security - these are permanent positions commencing in 2025. 🤝 You'll be supported - the schools are part of the Remote Small Schools Network and have a dedicated Principal Mentor. 🌱 You'll have a tailored professional growth plan and accrue study leave points for each year you stay remote (these go towards for your future career goals and will allow you to take time off to pursue further study). 🚗 On commencement you will be invited to attend orientation, where you can connect with other educators and leaders from the region and broader Northern Territory, as well as complete 4WD training and receive your principal laptop. 💲 A great remuneration package, including a starting salary of $135,192. 🏡 Secured furnished housing, with your utilities covered. ➡ + additional remote benefits such as 3x fares out of isolated communities and up to $8,486 remote incentive allowance paid on top of your salary. To apply and find out more please refer to the advertisements on our Careers in Government website⬇ ♥ Principal Stirling School: Jobs - Principal, Stirling School https://lnkd.in/g64T-erE ♥ Principal Bonya School: Jobs - Principal Bonya School https://lnkd.in/gKBkRGzJ 📆Applications close 01/09/2024

This week is National Skills Week which highlights the talent, skills and career pathways made possible through Vocational Education Training (VET). VET is delivered in many ways, providing students with the opportunity to gain hands on learning in a real work setting across many industries, including trades, business, hospitality, agriculture and more. Former and current Taminmin College students, Renee and Jorja chose a VET pathway through a work experience with Northern Territory based airline Airnorth. Their hard work and commitment have led them to employment within the industry where they are both working exceptionally well. A terrific example of the endless opportunities VET provides. Great work girls! #VET #Airnorth #NationalSkillsWeek

National Children's Commissioner from the Australian Human Rights Commission, Anne Hollonds statutory report - ‘Help way earlier!’ How Australia can transform child justice to improve safety and wellbeing - has been tabled in Federal Parliament. The report presents opportunities to reform the child justice and related systems across Australia, and to improve the wellbeing of children at risk of or in contact with the justice system. It is based on extensive consultations and submissions, and the voices of more than 150 children and young people. The full report, copies of submissions, a child-friendly video, and an Easy Read version is at https://lnkd.in/gjdjyz2s.

This year is the 10th anniversary of Darwin’s Little People, Big Dreams Conference! This conference provides attendees with the opportunity to engage and interact with the latest theories and research, enhance programming with new insights, engage in discussions with passionate peers and professionals, and gain fresh perspectives to share with your team and families. Accommodation rates are available, along with a 10% discount on tickets by using code ‘celebrate10’. 📅 When: Saturday October 12, 2024 📍 Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade, Darwin Don’t miss this chance to grow professionally and connect with educators around Australia. To find out more and buy your tickets now, head to https://lnkd.in/ga-3QsCM.

Are you an experienced and passionate leader ready to ignite your leadership career in the Northern Territory?   Your next destination is Tennant Creek High School located in Tennant Creek, 508km from Alice Springs.   Tennant Creek High School is a dynamic, community minded school educating an over 84% Indigenous student cohort across Years 7 to 12. Students from local urban, camp and remote communities study a variety of school-based subjects, Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses as well as correspondence courses through the Northern Territory Open Education Centre.    In return, you will be rewarded with many incentives and benefits including but not limited to an attractive remuneration package up to $219,840, up to 12 weeks recreation leave per annum, three week personal leave per annum, cultural leave, option to salary sacrifice, relocation assistance and living allowances, flexible working arrangements, a supportive leadership team, peer group and a dynamic team to support to grow and develop your career and opportunities for long term employment with the Northern Territory Government. You will have the choice of ongoing employment or a 4-year executive contract.   If this position interests you, find out more information here: https://lnkd.in/g3U3GGA5

Stuart Park Primary School, located in the inner-city suburb of Darwin, is seeking an exceptional leader driven by their passion to lead strategically and be an innovate and creative thinker to ensure students, teachers and school support staff thrive within the vibrant learning community. The school has a long history and values its close partnerships with the surrounding community. There are currently 570 students enrolled from Preschool to Year 6. As the principal, you will have full autonomy to manage school operations as a leader of a large workforce, with substantial organisational and human resource management demands. You will be part of an amazing like-minded community of educators and leaders who are committed and focused on ensuring that every child has the opportunity to engage, grow and achieve in a strong and equitable public education system. You will be supported by the Department of Education with opportunities to attend educational events and networking across the region, as well as receive tailored professional development.  You will have the option to choose either a permanent position or take on a 4-year executive principal contract. In addition, you will receive 12 weeks recreation leave, leave loading, 3 weeks personal leave per annum, cultural leave, option to salary sacrifice and relocation assistance. Principal Level 6 - Remuneration Package $203,886 - $209,952 (including salary $181,354 - $186,795) Executive Contract Principal Level 6 - Remuneration Package $207,977 Read the full job description and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gJ4SYgHi Applications close 7 August 2024. 

Congratulations to the Department of Education’s corporate teams who have been shortlisted in the 2024 Chief Minister’s Awards!   These annual awards acknowledge and celebrate Northern Territory Public Sector (NTPS) teams for their exceptional initiatives and achievements.   National and Systemic Assessment Helpdesk (Teaching and Learning Services) have been shortlisted in the 'Excellence in Customer Focused Workplace Practices and Service Delivery' award category. School Council Online Learning Series (Quality Standards and Regulation) have been shortlisted in the 'Making the Northern Territory a Better Place to Live' award category.   Both teams have been recognised for the incredible support and guidance they provide to students and school communities.   The department’s Chief Executive Karen Weston thanks these teams for their commitment and positive impact on the education system.