Tangentyere Council is a community controlled Public Benevolent Institution delivering human services and social enterprise activities for the benefit of Aboriginal people from the Town Camps and Central Australia.
First incorporated in 1979, the organisation was a finalist in the 2016 Reconciliation Australia, Indigenous Governance Awards and is one of the 10 largest Aboriginal Corporations in Australia.
At Tangentyere, our jobs are varied and range from administrative to professional fields.
We have a strong commitment to the employment of local Aboriginal staff, valuing this as a core feature of any culturally competent service, as well as the capacity development of Aboriginal people. The majority of our workforce is Aboriginal. Inherent within TCAC employment of local Aboriginal people is the concept of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
With a dedicated and friendly workforce, generous entitlements, and challenging and rewarding roles, Tangentyere Council offers an ideal workplace for people interested in working in Aboriginal Community Services.
Tangentyere Council is committed to promoting and protecting the interests and safety of children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. Everyone working at Tangentyere Council is responsible for the care and protection of children and reporting information about child abuse.
Our recruitment and vetting practices are strictly adhered to during the application and interviewing process. Applicants should be aware that we carry out working with children, police checks and reference checks for all candidates to ensure that we are recruiting the right people.
Employee Benefits
Tangentyere is pleased to offer attractive employee benefits, including:
Generous leave entitles including 6 weeks annual leave, with 17.5% leave loading, and Healthy Lifestyle Leave
Attractive remote area Salary Sacrifice arrangements available to permanent part time and full time staff
Long Service Leave available, pro rata after 7 years continuous service.
Additional allowances include bilingual, first aid, travel
Guaranteed remuneration whilst on Jury Service
Contact Human Resources
4 Elder Street,
Alice Springs NT 0870
T: (08) 8951 4222
Option 7
Early Childhood Education Educator
Level: 5.1
Salary: $104,478 per annum/pro rata
Status: Part Time 12month Contract
This is a short term maternity leave cover contract.
Tangentyere Early Childhood Education (ECE) is an innovative and unique program that supports Aboriginal children and youth to achieve positive outcomes in education, safety, and wellbeing in the Alice Springs Greater Region.
The Early Childhood Educator will be part of a small, dynamic team tasked with improving access to Early Childhood Education (ECE) for children in the 0-5-year-old age group living on Town Camps. The program supports both children and their parents and carers to receive a positive start to their child’s education journey.
The ECE Educator position will work closely with the ECE Coordinator alongside community to help develop and deliver playgroups to support Aboriginal families and children in Town Camp communities to feel safe and connected to ECE and understand the importance of early childhood development. The ECE Educator will work with other Tangentyere programs and approved external agencies to ensure highly integrated practice and increased parental participation in the crucial area of school readiness.
To be successful in this role you will have sound knowledge of ECE pedagogies, EYL Framework and be able to apply these responsively within Town Camps.
Closing date: 02/09/2026
Suitable applicants may be appointed prior to the closing date.
See for more information on how to apply.
To apply for a position at Tangentyere Council Aboriginal Corporation you must submit all of the following:
- A Resume/CV (curriculum vitae) including three referees, of whom at least two are aware of your current or recent work history.
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A cover letter.
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An application which addresses the Selection Criteria for the position.
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A current NT Working with Children’s Card (Ochre Card)
- A satisfactory Police Check (completed within the last 6 months)
- A copy of your Australian Driver’s Licence.
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Any other qualifications outlined as required in the Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be Australian residents or must attach evidence of current work Visa.
All documents must be submitted for your application to be considered.
Your application must be received by the nominated closing time for that position.
Once your application has been received, you will be advised as to whether you have been shortlisted for an interview. Successful applicants at Tangentyere are selected according to a carefully managed Selection Process.
Email or mail your completed application to:
HR Manager (Confidential) Tangentyere Council
PO Box 8070
Alice Springs, NT 0870
