Be a Top End Teacher
Teach in the Top End
Catholic Education has a network of schools in both urban centres and remote communities consisting of 18 Catholic schools - five colleges, seven primary schools, one flexible learning centre and five remote schools.
We transform young minds through leadership, foster a welcoming community, and provide opportunities for students, teachers, and families to flourish in.
Our schools offer a special spirit of belonging, creating connections where teachers have an opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of students through Catholic education.
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Urban Schools
Our urban schools nurture enriching and collaborative learning environments for both students and teachers, that addresses the diverse needs of the student population. Located in Darwin, Palmerston, Humpty Doo, Katherine and Alice Springs, their multicultural student bodies reflect the region’s rich diversity, creating an inclusive and vibrant community.
Catholic values and teachings are integrated with the core curriculum, specialist subjects and wellbeing and personal development programs give students a well-rounded education. Educators often work collaboratively across multiple disciplinary’s to deliver personalised lessons that are high impact and effectively prepare students for their future.
Remote Schools
More than 893 students are enrolled in our five Aboriginal Catholic Community Schools (ACCS) and three homeland centres in remote communities of Santa Teresa, Wadeye, Naiuyu and Wurrumiyanga.
Local Indigenous knowledge, languages, and cultural practices are incorporated alongside the Australian curriculum to engage students, and respect the cultural heritage of the local community. Flexible and hands-on learning methods like project-based or place-based education, allows our students to connect their learning with the land and community.
These schools operate under a two-way curriculum to strengthen professional growth of our teachers and deepen their knowledge and understanding of our First Nations people. All our remote schools engage Assistant Teachers and other community members such as local elders in all aspects of teaching, learning, assessing and reporting, enriching the learning experience.
Fast-Track Your Leadership Journey
Accelerate Your Teaching Career in the Top End
In the Northern Territory, you’ll find greater space and scope to develop your skills and advance your career as an educator with Catholic Education NT.
Unlike many metropolitan environments where opportunities can feel limited, our schools offer multifaceted roles that let you step into leadership positions earlier. You can build capabilities in areas such as curriculum leadership, mentoring, and community engagement — often in dynamic settings that combine classroom teaching with meaningful cultural and remote education experiences.
Catholic Education NT strongly supports your professional growth through mentorship programs, clear promotional pathways, and secondment opportunities of up to two years. These experiences not only accelerate your career but also open doors to future possibilities that are harder to access elsewhere.
Whether you’re aiming to become a Highly Accomplished or Lead Teacher, take on coordination roles, or pursue further study with support from our Study Incentive Program, the Top End provides a genuine career accelerator.
Our vibrant Catholic school communities will recognise and nurture your dedication and willingness to grow.
Escape the hustle culture of the city
The Northern Territory is where people reshape their lifestyle, reclaim their work life balance, grow their careers, and make a real impact. It’s a lifestyle that prides itself on having relaxed pace, short commutes, stunning landscapes, rich culture and a welcoming, inclusive community.
Teaching and living in the urban and rural centres – Darwin, Palmerston, Katherine and Alice Springs – offers all the comforts of modern Australian living, without the usual hustle and bustle of city life.
Darwin is a lively, cosmopolitan and multicultural city with a thriving tourism industry and enriching arts and culture experiences.
Katherine and Alice Springs are famous for their natural surroundings. It is home to the natural wonders of Macdonald Ranges, Uluru (Ayres Rock) and Katherine Gorge.
Remote Aboriginal communities such as Santa Teresa, Wadeye, Naiuyu and Wurrumiyanga are quite different from each other in many respects. Commonly, they value collaboration, respect, and a deep connection to the land which is reflected in the rich outdoor lifestyle, local sports, arts, and of course community gatherings.
No matter the location, the Territory offers a unique space to connect—with the land, the community, and yourself.
Experience more
Teachers have access to iconic natural wonders like Uluru and Katherine Gorge, alongside the relaxed pace of Territory living
The Territory offers a genuinely unique cultural experience, with 49% of all students coming from a language background other than English – offering a depth of cross-cultural professional experience unavailable anywhere else in Australia.
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Rewarding Benefits: One of Australia’s Highest Teaching Salaries
Earn More in the Top End
Catholic Education NT will compensate you well as an educator in the Northern Territory.
In addition to having one of the highest teaching salaries across Australia, those teaching in remote schools receive a generous teaching allowance that helps fund the lifestyle you want, along with benefits such as rent-free furnished accommodation, subsidised utilities, relocation support, extended leave, and opportunities for further study.
A recent Enterprise Agreement by Catholic Education Northern Territory (CENT) has solidified our position as offering some of the highest teaching salaries in Australia. This landmark agreement confirms a 13% pay increase over three years, representing the highest teaching pay rise in Australia and ensuring our educators are among the best compensated in the Northern Territory.
The Northern Territory’s Rapid Incremental Progression of Salary scheme also awards new teachers with faster pay increments when they meet the eligibility criteria and complete additional professional development.
At Catholic Education NT, your dedication is truly valued — with a package that recognises the important role you play in shaping young lives in our unique Top End communities.
We love what you do
Catholic Education Northern Territory offers a competitive salary package and range of additional incentives for those that have:
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Bachelor's degree in Education / Teaching
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Registered with the Northern Territory Teacher Registration Board
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A working with children clearance (Ochre Card)
Our competitive Teacher base salaries can range from $91k to $136k per year.
Benefits
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Flexible Work Arrangements
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6 weeks Annual Leave per year, taken at the end of each school year
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6 weeks paid stand down
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Up to 10 days Personal Leave per year
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10 Days of additional Personal Leave is also available for Emergency, Compassionate, Family and Domestic Violence Leave
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14 weeks of Maternity Leave available after 12 months of continuous service
Professional Development
Study Incentive Program (SIP) offers a 50% to 80% refund of tuition fees (excluding any student administration charges) for one academic unit per trimester and may also provide part funding towards legitimate travel to Darwin and accommodation expenses for Broken Bay Institute.
SIP is also available for all Northern Territory Catholic schools who have been employed on an ongoing basis for at least one year, and who will continue to be employed for the duration of the following school year are eligible to apply.
Relocation Assistance
| Teachers | ACCS (Remote Schools) | Urban Schools |
| <2 People | $2,500 | $2,000 |
| >2 People | $3,000 | $2,500 |
Other Reasons to Teach with Catholic Education NT
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Discounted school tuition for your children at Catholic Education NT schools
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A faith-centred workplace built on shared values and genuine community
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Pastoral and Wellbeing support structures for both staff and students
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Tight-knit school communities where staff are known and valued
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Strong professional development and support for teachers at all career stages
Additional incentives for ACCS (Remote Schools)
Catholic Education Northern Territory is committed to supporting it’s Remote School staff by offering:
- Rent free, fully furnished family-suited accommodation (including storage of personal furniture) (remote schools)
- Subsidised power & water bills (remote schools)
- Discounted tuition for children attending Catholic Education schools
- Four (4) Flights out of isolated locations (FOIL) each year (including family members) (remote schools)
- Coverage of courier costs for groceries (remote schools)
- Annual Special Teaching Allowance of approximately $ 3,396 (remote schools)
Government Incentives
Our Schools are included in the Department of Educations Reduction of Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) debt for teachers in very remote areas.
Teachers can apply for a HELP debt reduction after completing 4 years (1400 days) of full time teaching at a remote preschool, primary and secondary school.
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Find your opportunity
Careers can become available at any time throughout the year however, peak employment intake take place from July – October for the following year.
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