Administrative Officer 6- Remuneration Package Range $114,088 - $126,997(including salary $96,620 - $107,721)Administrative Officer 7 - Remuneration Package Range 134,227 - $144,271(including salary $113,938 - $122,574)Professional 3 - Remuneration Package Range $130,663 - $146,130(including salary $110,873 - $124,173)Quality Education and Care NTDarwin, Northern TerritorySeveral ongoing vacancies are available Selection will be made at the AO6, AO7 or P3 level depending on available positions and the experience/qualifications of successful applicants. Make a lasting impact on early childhood education across the NT – join QECNT and help shape brighter futures Quality Education and Care NT (QECNT) is the Northern Territory’s regulatory authority responsible for administering the National Quality Framework (NQF) for early childhood and school-aged education and care services. QECNT ensures the safety, health, and wellbeing of children by monitoring compliance, conducting assessments and ratings, and promoting continuous quality improvement. Working collaboratively with services, educators, and the community QECNT supports best practice, upholds national standards, and drives positive outcomes for children across the Territory. As a Senior Authorised Officer or Authorised Officer, you will monitor legislative quality and compliance of services by conducting visits and investigating of complaints, incidents and noncompliance. You’ll also undertake assessments and ratings of education and care services to assess against the National Quality Standards to support and promote continuous quality improvements in the NT. You’ll be travelling to rural and remote areas by road or light aircraft. About youTo be successful in this role at the AO6 level you’ll have:Strong demonstrated knowledge and understanding of current trends, issues and policy in the education and care services sector including the NQF and Early Years Learning Framework.Demonstrated understanding and experience working within a legislative framework, including the ability to interpret and administer legislation as it applies to the National Education and Care Services Act.Demonstrated problem solving and negotiation skills, when working with others.High level written and oral communication skills, organisational skills, and a high standard of self-management To be successful in this role at the AO7/P3 level you’ll have:Ability to interpret and administer legislation and achieve high quality professional judgement in the assessment and ratings of services under the National Education and Care Services Act.Strong knowledge and understanding of current trends, issues and policy in the education and care services sector including a strong working knowledge of the NQF.Ability to research and write briefs to produce accurate and reliable reports within tight timeframes. In addition to the above at the P3 level you’ll have:A degree in early childhood education or a related field The BenefitsAttractive remuneration package6 weeks annual leave 3 days Christmas closedown leave3 weeks personal leave12% superannuation17.5% annual leave loadingProfessional development and career growthProfessional and supportive work environmentAccess to flexible working arrangements Explore the Territory:Greater Darwin regional guideTop End regional guide Learn more about us:Department of EducationFacebookLinked InFor further information about this vacancy please contact:Katy Brennan - Director QECNT on 08 8999 3568or katy.brennan@education.nt.gov.au Quote vacancy number: 29078Closing date: 11/08/2025 Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications. For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search
