Classroom Support Officer

Job description
Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Larapinta Primary School
Job title Classroom Support Officer Designation Administrative Officer 3 92%
Job type Full Time Duration Ongoing commencing 25/02/2027
Salary $65,172 - $70,026 Location Alice Springs
Position number 47177 RTF 358633 Closing 25/10/2026
Contact Officer Jackie Mullins, Assistant Principal on 08 89585155 or jackie.mullins@education.nt.gov.au
About the agency http://www.education.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=358633

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
Provide administration and classroom-based support to the teaching staff. In collaboration with the Early Childhood
Teachers (ECTs), contribute to the implementation of educational programs within the school. Document and evaluate
children’s learning and liaise daily with families and community.

Context statement
Larapinta Primary School is an urban primary school situated on the west side of Alice Springs. Larapinta Primary School
provides education to approximately 400 students from preschool to Year 6. Approximately 40% of students are Aboriginal.
Larapinta Preschool offers Early Childhood Education to preschool children aged between 3.5yrs – 5yrs.

Key duties and responsibilities
1. Under the direction of teaching staff, prepare the classroom resources as required.
2. Under the direction of teaching staff, assist with the supervision and instruction of students in classrooms and in

extracurricular activities including sports, excursions, and special days.
3. Organise, evaluate and document children’s wellbeing/learning in collaboration with a team of educators, and liaise with

them regarding progress.
4. Administer first aid and provide asthma and anaphylaxis treatment and/or attend to sick children as necessary.
5. Relating and being sensitive to the needs of school age children to assist with their social, emotional and physical

development.
6. Under the direction of the Teacher in Charge, manage administrative tasks.

Selection criteria
Essential
1. A Cert III or IV approved Early Childhood qualification that meets the requirements of the National Quality Standards.
2. A Senior First Aid Certificate or equivalent qualification or ability to obtain.
3. Demonstrated ability to perform administrative tasks including good oral and written communication skills; understand

and contribute to meeting the requirements of the National Quality Framework; work as part of a team to implement
the principles and practices of the Early Years Learning Framework and the Northern Territory Preschool Curriculum.

4. Demonstrated proven experience working with young children in a supportive school environment.
5. The ability to work and positively interact with others as part of a team in a cross-cultural environment.
6. Ability to work unsupervised and with initiative and observe confidentiality.

Desirable
1. Knowledge and experience working with the Northern Territory Preschool Curriculum.

Further information
The successful applicant must have no significant criminal record confirmed by a Police Criminal History check and have, or
be in the process of obtaining, a current Working with Children Card and current First Aid Certificate.