Teacher - Generalist

Teacher - Generalist

Location: Remote - Australia

Branch: Ngaanyatjarra Lands School

Division: Goldfields Education Region

Salary: Teacher, $88,178 - $127,737 per annum (pro-rata) (SEA GA 2023)

Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

FTE: 1.0

Location: Ngaanyatjarra Education Area

Job Description:

Teacher - Generalist

Are you a Teacher looking to make a positive difference for Aboriginal students? Join our supportive network of remote school campuses to teach within a committed team of cross-cultural educators.

We are seeking to establish a pool of Generalist Teachers for fixed term, full-time vacancies which may arise during the 2026 school year. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.

Ngaanyatjarra Lands School (NLS) are looking for committed and culturally responsive Teachers to fill a range of immediate vacancies in Early Childhood Education, Primary and Secondary.

NLS comprises seven campuses operating under the leadership of an Executive Principal, spread across the Western Desert of Western Australia and provides for students from Kindergarten to Year 12. Although the campuses are separated by large distances, they are bound together by the culture of the Ngaanyatjarra People. Find out more about the locations by clicking on the campus links below.

We currently have vacancies available for immediate appointment at:

• Blackstone Campus
• Jameson Campus
• Kiwirrkurra Campus
• Wanarn Campus
• Warakurna Campus
• Warburton Campus
• Wingellina Campus

For more information about working in the Ngaanyatjarra Lands and the exciting employment opportunities we have to offer, please watch our video below.

The Role

We are actively seeking Early Childhood Education, Primary and Secondary Teachers who will support our school's vision to provide education centred on the perspectives and aspirations of our Aboriginal students and their families. Suitable applicants ideally will possess a sound understanding of cross-cultural education and the Aboriginal Cultural Standards Framework.

Suitable applicants should have a personable and resilient nature that allows them to work in a flexible and supportive manner across the campus teams. Cultural awareness and an introduction to prescribed school approaches will be presented through on-site induction and ongoing support from designated peers and NLS administrators will be provided. Suitable applicants will ideally display a capacity to work independently, use initiative to address challenges with professionalism and be able to form sound professional relationships in a team-oriented context.

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A range of staff from across the NLS, including senior Aboriginal school leaders, will provide information about the experience of living and teaching in some of the most remote schools in Australia. This is an opportunity to have your questions answered and feel confident to make an informed decision to become a remote Aboriginal Teacher with the NLS.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide raenge of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:

• Attractive Remote Teaching Service Allowance of $20 870 per year
• District allowance of $2 734 per year
• Temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $2 000 see info below
• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks' vacation leave (school holidays)
• 10 weeks Remote Teaching Service leave upon completion of six semesters of continuous service, or 22 weeks after eight semesters
• Subsidised leave travel during major vacations
• Free GROH housing
• Airconditioning Subsidy
• Free furniture relocation (same support offered after completion of the contract)
• Long term furniture storage while in GROH accommodation
• Vehicle relocation

Teachers and School Administrators employed at Ngaanyatjarra Lands School in 2026 are eligible to receive a temporary Attraction and Retention Incentive of $2 000 (pa, gross - to be adjusted pro rata for FTE and tenure). Eligible staff will receive a percentage of this payment on commencement at the school, with the remainder paid at the end of the school year. Staff must remain employed in the location until the end of the school year to be eligible to receive the second payment.

The temporary ARI payment is in addition to other incentives that may apply in this school.

You may be eligible for HELP/HECS assistance if you are working in a very remote location - click here for details

Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.

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Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website.
• apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.