Director - Remote Schools
Posted: Oct 16, 2025
Job Description
Vacancy Number: 046366Agency: Department of Education and TrainingNumber of Vacancies: 2Work Unit: Schools and Regions – BarklyLocation: Katherine, Tennant CreekPrimary Objective: Provide high level system leadership, be responsible for the performance, development and line management of principals to support the delivery of improved educational outcomes in small remote and very remote schools across Barkly Region. Work alongside the Senior Director Education in implementing, coordinating and influencing interagency, stakeholder and Whole of Government Education priorities and projects in the region. Two vacancies are available, one in Tennant Creek and one in Katherine.Contact: Megan McKenzie on 08 8972 5393 or megan.mckenzie@education.nt.gov.auRemuneration Package: Remuneration Package $201,376 - $207,365 (including salary $178,260 - $183,608)Experience Level: Principal Level 5To view the full job description click "Apply" and you'll be directed to our full career site.
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