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“…excellence in teaching is the single most powerful influence on achievement.” (John Hattie)
Successful schools ensure all students have high-quality teaching and learning opportunities, beginning with finding staff who align to the Mission, Vision, and Values of a school.
The Essington School are excited to welcome applications from suitably qualified teachers to join our team for an immediate start.
We are seeking exceptional teachers across all schools and disciplines, from Preschool to Year 12.
To Apply: provide your Resume and a one-page cover letter detailing your area(s) of expertise and addressing your suitability to the position to HR@essington.nt.edu.au
The School Facilities Maintenance Officer supports the safe, clean, and effective operation of the school by maintaining buildings, grounds, and equipment. The role responds to routine and urgent maintenance needs, assists with school operations and events, and ensures all work is completed in line with safety requirements and school policies.
Essential selection criteria:
- Basic knowledge of building maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical systems
- Ability to safely operate hand and power tools and related equipment
- Physical fitness and capacity to undertake a range of manual tasks safely
- Completion of secondary schooling or equivalent
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and respond promptly to routine and urgent requests
- Demonstrated use of initiative, responsibility, and practical problem-solving
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work constructively with staff, contractors, and the school community
- Hold, or be willing to obtain, a First Aid Certificate
To Apply: provide your Resume and a one-page cover letter detailing your area(s) of expertise and addressing your suitability to the position to HR@essington.nt.edu.au
Classroom Teachers are committed professionals who contribute to a caring and supportive community and remain focused on meeting the needs of the school’s students and families. Teachers nurture positive and productive relationships within the wider community and actively participate in the professional learning community. They strive to develop a culture of excellence and are dedicated to the holistic education of the students in their care. In their daily practice, teachers continually refine and improve their teaching methods and professional knowledge, ensuring they deliver high-quality, evidence-based learning experiences for all students.
We are currently seeking an exceptional Mathematics Teacher across Senior School Years 7-12.
Essential selection criteria:
- Ability to teach the assigned faculty subjects to Year 12 level or equivalent
- Supplementary knowledge Australian Curriculum and Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
- High-level literacy and numeracy skills
- High-level collaboration, organisational and time management skills, with attention to documentation and compliance requirements
- Promote positive home/school partnerships which support student learning and development
- Demonstrate the school community’s values in all relationships and interactions with students
- Develop mentoring relationships with students
- Model appropriate conflict resolution and negotiation skills to staff and students
- Maintain and continuously improve subject discipline knowledge, skills and pedagogy
To Apply: provide your Resume and a one-page cover letter detailing your area(s) of expertise and addressing your suitability to the position to HR@essington.nt.edu.au
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