Job description
Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Nhulunbuy High School
Job title Special Education Support Officer Designation Administrative Officer 4 92%
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing commencing 05/10/2026
Salary $71,156 - $81,125 Location Nhulunbuy
Position number 22269 RTF 352776 Closing 03/08/2026
Contact officer Joanne Alford on 08 8987 0844 or [email protected]
About the agency https://education.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=352776
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment
process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the
merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures
plans, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
To assist teachers in implementing educational programs set by teachers or therapists for students aged 12 - 18 years who
have severe intellectual and/or multiple and profound disabilities and provide feedback to teachers to allow program
modification and accurate assessments to be made.
Context statement
Nhulunbuy High School is a comprehensive and inclusive secondary school that caters for students in years 7 to 12, with a
current student population of 300, of whom approximately 40% are indigenous. The school includes a special education
annexe, a maritime training facility and a 40-bed boarding facility for indigenous students from remote communities across
Arnhem Land, and the Clontarf and Stars Programs for support. Through the Australian Curriculum, we provide pathways
for students to achieve the NTCET, including an ATAR for university, or further training and employment through a VET
qualification. The school has approximately 60 employees which includes teachers, administration and support staff.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Implement educational programs set by teachers or therapists either in a school setting or out in community venues.
2. Follow and implement behaviour management programs set by teachers and senior staff.
3. Maintain appropriate records for teachers to monitor the effectiveness of programs.
4. Administer first aid and attend to sick students as necessary.
5. Assist teachers with the preparation and presentation of classroom organisation, activities and teaching aids.
6. As a team member, plan, prepare and be involved in a range of activities such as school camps, excursions or school
concerts.
7. Carry out yard duty supervision as required and directed by the Principal.
8. Any other duties as directed by the Senior Teacher Inclusion and Wellbeing, Principal or Assistant Principal.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated successful experience working with and ability to relate effectively with children or young adults who
have severe intellectual and/or multiple and profound disabilities in a school setting including any demonstrated
knowledge of augmentative communication strategies.
2. Proven ability to work successfully as a team member.
3. Proven good level of oral, digital and written communication skills.
4. Current NT Working with Children Clearance Notice and Apply first aid qualifications.
5. Demonstrated ability to work with initiative and with limited supervision and to maintain complete confidentiality.
6. An ability to interact effectively with people from diverse cultures.
Further information
There is no accommodation available with this position.
