Primary Teacher - 2027

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Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 28 October 2026

Are you passionate about primary education and inspiring young minds to grow in knowledge, character and faith? Nhulunbuy Christian College is seeking a Primary Teacher to join our team for the 2027 school year. Bring your passion for teaching to a Christ-centred school community in East Arnhem Land and Teach, Live, Play and Serve in the Northern Territory with NT Christian Schools.

Primary Teacher – 2027

At Nhulunbuy Christian College, we believe the Primary years provide an incredible opportunity to build strong foundations for a lifetime of learning. Through engaging and purposeful teaching, you will help students develop their gifts, grow in confidence and curiosity, and understand their place in God’s world. If you’re passionate about creating a nurturing classroom, partnering with families and investing in the lives of young people, Adventure Awaits at Nhulunbuy Christian College. Apply Now!

Now Hiring for 2027!

Nhulunbuy Christian College is seeking a Primary Teacher for the 2027 school year. There has never been a better time to bring your knowledge, experience and passion for education to a purpose-driven, faith-based organisation. Don’t miss this opportunity to help shape the next generation while experiencing life and community in East Arnhem Land with NT Christian Schools.

About this role – Primary Teacher

As a Primary Teacher at Nhulunbuy Christian College, you will create a welcoming and engaging classroom where students are encouraged to grow academically, personally and spiritually. You will deliver purposeful learning experiences from a biblical worldview, helping students develop strong foundations, curiosity and confidence while recognising and developing their individual gifts. Working alongside a collaborative team of Christian educators, you will partner with families and the wider school community to help every student flourish.

“The staff at NCC are committed to ensuring every child has the opportunity to ‘Grow in Wisdom, Serve Others and Change the World’ — our school motto. We are passionate about working together as a staff body to be the best educators we can be, in order to bring out the best in every student.”

— Leah Nicholls, Principal, Nhulunbuy Christian College

Nhulunbuy Christian College

NT Christian Schools exists to advance the Christian religion through the provision of education and religious instruction. For the purposes of upholding the Christian ethos of our schools, it is a genuine occupational qualification of this role that applicants be able to teach religious education, lead, and otherwise assist in, religious practices and observances and personally adhere to, uphold, and authentically model the religious beliefs of NT Christian Schools.

Watch this // Staff Stories - Moving to the NT // video to learn more about life in the territory.

Why Join NT Christian Schools?

Joining NT Christian Schools means becoming part of a network of Christian educators committed to seeing students, staff and communities flourish. At Nhulunbuy Christian College, you’ll have the opportunity to combine your faith and professional calling while living and teaching in the unique community of Nhulunbuy in East Arnhem Land.

What we offer (pro-rata per appointment):

• Six (6) weeks annual leave + stand-down.
• 12% employer superannuation contribution.
• Long Service Leave pro-rata after five (5) years of continuous service.
• Fifteen (15) days of personal leave annually.
• Up to eight (8) weeks paid maternity leave for eligible employees in addition to government entitlements.
• Continued professional development through in-person conferences and online e-learning.
• Opportunity to study with the National Institute of Christian Education, paid by NT Christian Schools.
• Tuition discounts for your children if they attend an NT Christian School.
• Financial and practical assistance to relocate to the Northern Territory.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development across the NT Christian Schools network.
• Eligibility to be redeployed to another one of our regional or remote campuses.
• Salary sacrificing.
• Access to counselling assistance through our employee wellbeing program.
• BUPA Health Care corporate rates.
• Salary between $91,587 – $136,997.
• Sponsorship may be considered for international applicants.

Additional Application Instructions

For enquiries, please contact Human Resources on 08 8923 4555 or human.resources@ntchristianschools.com.au.

Submit your application via the Apply to this Job button or through the NT Christian Schools careers website.

Teach. Live. Play. Serve. in the Northern Territory.

Apply today — Adventure Awaits!

School Information

Nhulunbuy Christian School - Nhulunbuy

Nhulunbuy, NT

Website: http://www.ncc.nt.edu.au/

Principal: Tanya Vanseters

Affiliation: Christian

Teaching Level: Secondary

Gender: Coed

191 Students

17 Teaching Staff

6 Non-Teaching Staff