Education Officer - Literacy
Teaching Subject:
Literacy
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 27 February 2026
As Education Officer - Literacy, provide system-level literacy and numeracy support across CENT schools through evidence-based, data-informed practice.
<p><strong>About us:</strong></p>
<p>Catholic Education NT operates 18 Catholic schools across the Northern Territory — from Early Learning to Secondary — including five colleges, seven primary schools, one flexible learning centre, and five remote schools. Our schools are places of learning, connection, and growth, guided by the values of Wisdom, Justice, Courage, Compassion, and Love.</p>
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<p><strong>The position:</strong></p>
<p>The <strong>Education Officer: Literacy</strong> provides system-level support to schools across Catholic Education NT, strengthening whole-school literacy through evidence-based instruction, data-informed practice, and high-quality curriculum support for educators in remote, regional, and urban school communities.</p>
<p>This is a full-time permanent position, with commencement negotiable.</p>
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<p><strong>Key responsibilities: </strong></p>
<p>As Education Officer: Literacy, you will:</p>
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<li>Support the implementation of the CENT Literacy Frameworks and Instructional Model.</li>
<li>Work with school leadership teams, teachers, and support staff across Aboriginal Catholic Community Schools, regional, and urban schools to use data to improve literacy outcomes.</li>
<li>Deliver professional learning to build teacher and assistant capacity in literacy across discipline areas.</li>
<li>Provide whole-class instructional support through collaborative planning, team teaching, and formal and informal professional learning opportunities.</li>
<li>Support educators to embed culturally responsive, trauma-informed strategies that meet individual student needs.</li>
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<p>Full details of the role and requirements can be found in the Position Description within the Application Package.</p>
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<p><strong>About you:</strong></p>
<p>We are looking for someone who:</p>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates excellence and leadership in literacy instruction.</li>
<li>Has strong knowledge of and experience with the Australian Curriculum.</li>
<li>Possesses high-level organisational, analytical, and conceptual skills.</li>
<li>Is able to work effectively in leadership and supportive roles and as an active team member.</li>
<li>Has the capacity to design and deliver high-quality professional learning for teachers.</li>
<li>Has experience using data to inform targets, actions, and measures to improve literacy outcomes.</li>
<li>Is willing to support the culture and Catholic ethos of Catholic Education NT.</li>
<li>Is willing to travel to Aboriginal Catholic Community Schools, including remote travel.</li>
<li>Holds (or is able to obtain) an Ochre Card, a current NT Driver’s Licence, and a Bachelor or Master’s qualification in Education.</li>
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<p><strong>Why work for Catholic Education NT?</strong></p>
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<li>Annual salary of $142,658.93 plus superannuation</li>
<li>Relocation assistance of up to $2,500</li>
<li>Working hours: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, 35 hours per week</li>
<li>Five weeks of annual leave, plus additional leave entitlements</li>
<li>Salary packaging and novated leasing to maximise your income potential</li>
<li>Employee rewards program offering savings and discounts at over 450 well-known retailers</li>
<li>Discounted school fees for children attending Catholic schools</li>
<li>Access to learning, development, and leadership opportunities in a supportive environment</li>
<li>Additional benefits when working with or visiting remote schools</li>
<li>Free onsite parking</li>
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<p><strong>How to Apply: </strong></p>
<p>Click the link below to <strong>download the application package and apply:</strong></p>
<p>For external applicants:</p>
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<p>For CENT employees: </p>
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<p>Please submit your resume and cover letter, addressing the essential criteria in the<strong> Position Description. </strong></p>
<p>For more information, contact Recruitment on (08) 8984 1400.</p>
<p>Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.</p>
<p>Applications close: <strong>27 February 2026</strong></p>
<p>The Catholic Education Office reserves the right to close this advertisement early or extend it beyond the closing date.</p>