Positive Behaviour Implementation Coach

Professional 3 - Remuneration Package Range $138,602 - $155,011
(Including salary $117,625 - $131,735)
Student Wellbeing and Inclusion Programs and Services - Client Services Alice Springs, Darwin, Katherine, Palmerston
Several ongoing vacancies are available 

We are seeking a Positive Behaviour Implementation (PBI) Coach to drive the implementation of evidence-based positive behaviour support frameworks across schools.

This is a unique opportunity to move beyond working with individual students and instead influence outcomes at a whole-school level. You'll partner with school leaders, teachers and support staff to embed sustainable behaviour support practices that improve student engagement, wellbeing, attendance and learning outcomes.

About the Role

As a PBI Coach, you'll work directly with schools to strengthen their approach to student behaviour, wellbeing and safety through evidence-based practices and structured implementation support.

You will:

• Coach and support school leaders to implement whole-school Positive Behaviour Support frameworks.

• Help schools build consistent behaviour expectations, systems and processes that create safe and inclusive learning environments.

• Analyse school data to identify priorities and develop practical solutions to improve student engagement and behaviour outcomes.

• Deliver professional learning and coaching for teachers, support staff and leadership teams.

• Support schools to implement effective whole-class and targeted interventions for students with diverse needs.

• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary professionals to ensure schools receive coordinated and responsive support.

• Contribute to systemic improvements that strengthen inclusion, wellbeing and educational success across the Northern Territory.

About You

You'll be passionate about helping schools create environments where all students can thrive and have the ability to influence change through coaching and leadership.

To be successful, you'll have:

• A recognised qualification in Education, Psychology, Social Work, Speech Pathology or Occupational Therapy and relevant professional registration or eligibility for registration.

• Strong knowledge of positive behaviour support, student wellbeing and inclusive education practices.

• Demonstrated experience leading and supporting the delivery of targeted behavioural intervention programs to improve educational outcomes for children and students. 

• Experience supporting children and young people with diverse learning, behavioural or wellbeing needs.

• Strong facilitation and professional learning skills.

• The ability to analyse data and translate it into practical strategies that improve student outcomes.

What you’ll get in return:   

• Attractive salary package + 6 weeks recreational leave, 3 weeks personal leave and recreational leave loading allowance. 

• Study and professional learning opportunities to develop your career and professional practice.

• Work alongside dynamic multidisciplinary teams including social workers, psychologists, special education teachers, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, school counsellors and positive behaviour coaches.

• Real opportunities for long term employment and career progression with the Northern Territory Government.

• Relocation allowance for suitable intrastate and interstate candidates for ongoing positions.

• Flexible work arrangements can be negotiated.

• Attraction and retention incentives based on certain conditions and eligibility. 

Experience the Northern Territory

This role offers the opportunity to work in a unique and rewarding environment, supporting students and schools across diverse communities. Travel to remote schools may be required, including travel by four-wheel drive vehicle or light aircraft and occasional overnight stays. Four-wheel drive training will be provided.

Corporate-based conditions apply to this position. The applicant must hold or be able to obtain a Working with Children Notice Clearance and an NT driver’s licence.

Help Shape Safer, More Inclusive Schools

If you're excited by the opportunity to lead the implementation of positive behaviour support programs, build educator capability and create lasting change for students and school communities, we'd love to hear from you.

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For further information about this vacancy please contact: 
Mercedes Salazar, Assistant Director Client Services
on 04•• ••• 419 or mercedes.salazar@education.nt.gov.au 

Quote vacancy number: 43680
Closing date: 30/09/2026

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