• SCHADS Award Level 5 - $94,481 trp (including salary $84,854)
• Salary packaging option (up to an additional $15,895 p/a)
• Full time position based in Tiwi Islands
• Remote area allowance + Relocation assistance offered + Subsidised accommodation provided
• Five Weeks Annual Leave
• Bi-monthly weekend visits to Darwin (Additional Employee Benefit)

About the program

CatholicCare NT is a not-for-profit organisation, providing social services and programs to individuals, couples, families, children, groups, schools and agencies across the Northern Territory.

The Families as First Teachers (FaFT) program is an early learning and family support program for children birth to 4 years and their families. CatholicCare NT runs an adapted version of the NT Department of Education model. The FaFT program works in a culturally-appropriate way across agencies to promote optimal child development, family engagement in early learning, family support and both-ways learning. A key goal is to support children's successful transition to preschool.

About the role

You will bring knowledge of Western early childhood development and practices including a deep understanding of and commitment to play-based learning. The Early Parenting Educator - Tiwi brings extensive knowledge of Tiwi early childhood development and practices as well as a deep understanding of life in Wurrumiyanga and the complexities of the cultures of the Tiwi Islands. These teachers work together to develop and deliver a program that builds the confidence and capacity of family members to support their children to grow up healthy and happy.

What we are looking for:

• Early Childhood teaching qualification
• Registration with the Teacher Registration Board of the NT or ability to obtain.
• Knowledge of and experience in current best practice in early learning (e.g. play-based learning, trauma-informed practices, nature-based pedagogy)
• Ability to bring a strategic and integrated approach to the provision of programs that meet community needs
• Kindness, patience and joy for working with children and families
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Tiwi Islands

Comprising Bathurst and Melville Islands, with a population of around 2500, the Tiwi Islands are only 80km north of Darwin. The islands are home to the Tiwi people, who have a strong affiliation with their land and a distinctive culture and language. There are school and medical facilities on the islands and regular plane, passenger ferry and barge services operating from Darwin.

The Tiwi Islands are known as 'the islands of smiles'. The Tiwi people are internationally renowned for their individual style of art including carvings and bright textile designs. Prized by collectors, many Tiwi artists have exhibited around the world.

How to Apply

For a full role description including key selection criteria, and to submit your application please click the 'Apply Now' button.

Expressions of interest from third party job boards will not be considered.

Interviews Week of: 13 September 2021

Safeguarding Children & Young People. CatholicCare NT is committed to maintaining zero tolerance of child abuse and neglect, and the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people who access our activities, programs, services and facilities. Employment is subject to obtaining a satisfactory National police check and Working with Children (Ochre) Card.

If you have resided in an overseas country for 12 months or more in the past 10 years, this position requires you to complete an International Criminal History check (ICHC) prior to you employment commencement date. The outcome of the initial screening check must be satisfactory.