Job description
Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Laynhapuy Homelands School
Job title Families as First Teachers - Family Educator Designation Senior Teacher 1
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $139,296 Location Dhalinbuy
Position number 38588 RTF 324529 Closing 24/06/2025
Contact officer Abi White, Principal on 08 8987 1224 or [email protected]
About the agency https://education.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=324529
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
The Families as First Teachers Family Educator designs, develops, and implements services to support early learning and parenting to meet
the needs of various homelands, as part of the school, working with birth to 3-year-old children in the Laynhapuy Homelands region.
Context statement
The FaFT program is an early learning and family support program for vulnerable and disadvantaged Indigenous families with children prior to
school entry (birth-3 years). FaFT Family Educators work as part of the school with local Aboriginal staff and community to develop and deliver
a range of place-based programs for remote Indigenous families and support their successful transition to school. FaFT programs work across
agencies to promote optimal child development, family engagement in early learning and family support that is respectful of Indigenous
parenting and cultural issues. The Laynhapuy Homelands School FaFT program is a multi-site initiative spread across 9 homeland communities
in Northeast Arnhem Land.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Deliver responsive and appropriate birth to 3 years early learning and family support programs in consultation with community agencies
that build on the strengths of families and value-add to a range of Aboriginal child and families’ services within the Laynhapuy Homelands.
2. Provide opportunities to build on the knowledge and skills of families to support optimal development of young children to prepare them
for school and lifelong learning.
3. Deliver the Abecedarian Approach Australia (3a) which is an evidence-based program to enhance adult child interaction and improve the
educational outcomes for children in low socio-economic homelands to enhance early learning and parenting to ensure children experience
successful transition to school.
4. Establish and maintain close working relationships and networks with heads of agencies within the Laynha Homelands. Liaise with
community groups on a range of service matters. Establish and maintain a leadership role within the community in aspects of information
and advice on foundations of early literacy, numeracy, childhood development and parenting prior to school entry.
5. Work with local Aboriginal staff to foster a positive working environment and build capacity for enhanced performance.
6. Provide administrative, performance, and resource reporting for the local FaFT program according to departmental and government
business systems, policies and processes.
7. Work collaboratively with the school, school Principal and regional Program Advisor regarding place-based programs and requirements to
effectively support families and communities and facilitate seamless transition.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Early Childhood qualification and/or demonstrated relevant experience in early childhood education and ability to deliver high quality early
childhood programs.
2. Proven ability to develop critical relationships with families and community partners and schools for successful implementation of
responsive place-based programs and demonstrated sound judgement.
3. Demonstrated capacity to bring an analytical and strategic approach to the delivery of programs to address community needs.
4. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal societies and cultures and the impact of issues affecting the early learning and
development of young Aboriginal children.
5. An ability to interact effectively with people from diverse cultures.
Desirable
1. Relevant experience in the development and delivery of adult capacity building programs in a remote context.
2. Previous experience working in remote Aboriginal communities.
Further information
Applicants must have a current Working with Children Clearance Notice (Ochre Card) and NT driver’s licence (or ability to obtain). This position
requires regular travel on light aircraft or unsealed roads in 4WD vehicles and overnight stays in remote communities (including camping).
