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Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 28 October 2026
Are you passionate about inspiring young minds to grow in knowledge, character and faith? Ready to create engaging learning where students feel known, supported and encouraged? Palmerston Christian College is seeking Primary Teachers for 2027. Bring your passion for education to a Christ-centred school community and Teach, Live, Play and Serve in the Northern Territory with NT Christian Schools.
Primary Teachers – 2027 Expression of Interest
At Palmerston 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, our Primary Teachers 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 Palmerston Christian College. Apply Now!
Expressions of Interest Now Open! Palmerston Christian College is seeking Primary Teachers 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 future generation in the Territory with NT Christian Schools.
Apply today, Adventure Awaits!
About this role – Primary Teachers, 2027
“At Palmerston Christian College, we encourage and support our staff to continue in their professional development and grow in all areas of their careers. We partner with parents to provide Christ centred, intentional pastoral care, focused academic growth, we develop future leaders and build strong community culture. We would love for you to join our college and enjoy all it has to offer.”
— Sonya Melhop, Principal, Palmerston Christian College
Palmerston 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.
What we offer (pro-rata per appointment)
- Six (6) weeks annual leave + stand-down.
- 12% employer super contribution.
- Long Service Leave pro-rata after five (5) years of continuous service.
- Fifteen (15) days per year of personal leave annually.
- Up to eight (8) weeks paid maternity leave for eligible employees in addition to government.
- 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 Territory.
- Eligibility to be redeployed to another one of our regional or remote campuses.
- Salary sacrificing.
- Access to counselling assistance through the 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 Expression of Interest for 2027 via the Apply to this Job button below or through the NT Christian Schools careers website.
Teach. Live. Play. Serve. in the Northern Territory.
Apply today — Adventure Awaits!
Additional Application Instructions
For enquiries, please contact Human Resources on 08 8923 4555 or human.resources@ntchristianschools.com.au. Submit your Expression of Interest for 2027 via the Apply to this Job button below or through https://jobs.ntchristianschools.com.au/.
