Primary Teacher
HARKE Recruitment
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- Location
- Northern Territory
- Type
- Full-time
About the role
Primary Classroom Teacher | Years 4–6 | Darwin, NT
Full-time, 12-month contract | Term 1 2027 | Salary increasing to $100,000–$142,000 + super from March 2027
About the School
HARKE Recruitment has partnered with a welcoming Catholic primary school in Darwin's outer suburbs, approximately 30 minutes from the CBD. The school offers a supportive, close-knit community where positive relationships between staff, students and families are central to its approach to education. With a strong focus on student wellbeing, academic development and Catholic values, the school provides an environment where teachers can make a meaningful contribution to student learning while working alongside a collaborative and committed team.
About the Role
An opportunity is available for a Primary Classroom Teacher to join the school from Term 1, 2027, teaching students across Years 4–6. This full-time, 12-month position is suitable for graduate through to experienced teachers who are passionate about primary education and building positive classroom environments.
The school welcomes applicants from a range of teaching backgrounds, with a particular interest in educators who demonstrate strong relationship-building skills, effective classroom management and a willingness to contribute to the wider school community.
Position Highlights
- Full-time, 12-month fixed-term position commencing January 2027.
- Teach upper primary students across Years 4–6.
- Salary of $96,000–$136,000 + super, increasing to $100,000–$142,000 from 3 March 2027.
- Graduate and experienced teachers encouraged to apply.
- Join a supportive Catholic school community approximately 30 minutes from Darwin CBD.
Skills and Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated learning experiences aligned with the Australian Curriculum for upper primary students.
- Establish a positive, inclusive classroom environment that supports student wellbeing, safeguarding and academic progress.
- Build strong relationships with students, families and colleagues through effective communication and regular feedback.
- Collaborate with teaching staff and school leadership to support curriculum planning, assessment and whole-school initiatives.
- Contribute to the school's Catholic ethos, professional learning opportunities and wider school community.
Requirements
- Registration with, or eligibility for registration with, the Northern Territory Teacher Registration Board (NTTRB).
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Primary Education.
- Full Australian working rights. Overseas-trained teachers are welcome to apply; visa sponsorship is not available.
- Willingness to support the school's Catholic values and participate in relevant religious education professional development. Personal religious affiliation is not required.
- Ability to provide two professional referees and complete HARKE Recruitment's safeguarding and onboarding requirements, including relevant NT working with children clearances.
How to Apply
If you are a Primary Teacher seeking an opportunity to make a positive impact in a supportive school community, HARKE Recruitment welcomes your application.
Apply now with your current CV or contact HARKE Recruitment for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.
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