Registration Officer (Authorised Person), SEO1

• Multiple Temporary full-time and part-time opportunities for a period of up to 3 years
• Location: statewide – locations are specified under About the position
  
  

About the Department of Education

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.

We ensure young children get the best start in life by supporting and regulating the early childhood education and care sector. We unlock excellence and unleash the potential of two-thirds of school children in NSW. We’re proudly public and the largest education system in Australia. We nurture opportunities for every learner to develop the skills needed for their chosen career path, helping shape the industries of tomorrow.

We respect and value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia.

About the position

Registration Officer - Authorised Persons are experienced and qualified educators who conduct assessments of applications for home schooling registration in the child’s home. The Registration Officer (AP)’s assessment considers relevant legislation and the applicant’s compliance with the Guidelines for Home Schooling Registration in NSW (and any subsequent requirements that may replace these Guidelines). Registration Officer (AP) provide reports and recommendations to the Department of Education relating to applications for home schooling registration.

Please note that this position will involve travel, including the use of pool vehicles and visits to family homes to assess home schooling educational plans, and the home learning environment. Successful candidates will be allocated to and expected to work from education offices. The department’s Flexible Work Agreement applies.

As part of the pre-screening application, applicants will also be required to indicate the Education Office locations that are appropriate for them

• Armidale

• Batemans Bay

• Bathurst

• Campbelltown

• Coffs Harbour

• Dubbo

• Forster

• Goonellabah

• Grafton

• Griffith

• Macquarie Park

• Nirimba (Quakers Hill)

• Orange

• Parramatta

• Port Macquarie

• Queanbeyan

• Tamworth

• Tuggerah

• Warilla
  

For further information about this position, including the statement of duties, please review the position description.

For current NSW public school based employees or employees who hold right of return to a NSW public school, please confirm in the pre-screening questions that you have discussed this opportunity with your direct supervisor/principal and that they are willing to release you for the required period.

How to apply

To apply you will be required to address the selection criteria in relation to the Statement of Duties for the position in your application. 

• Please attach one document (in Word or PDF format) addressing each selection criteria for the position you are applying for, with a maximum of 300 words per criteria.
• Update your work profile details directly on the iWorkforNSW platform and/or attach a CV/Resume
• A cover letter is not required

Please be advised that it is a requirement that all candidates submit their applications online. No paper based, email based, or late applications will be accepted.

For all enquiries please contact: Sharon Ford via email Sharon.ford@det.nsw.edu.au

Closing date: Monday 19 October 2026 at 11:59pm.

Please Note: For permanent teachers in a NSW public school taking up a non-school based temporary appointment, the right of return to their substantive position is for up to 3 years.

The 2017 transitional arrangement for the recruitment of Non-School Based Teaching Service positions, for all Senior Education Officer 1 (SEO1) and Senior Education 2 (SEO2) positions across the Department have ceased. Revised eligibility requirements for SEO1 and SEO2 positions are now in place. Applicants should refer to the Definitions for recent school based and recent NSBTS experience for further information.

If you currently hold a temporary NSBTS role, please refer to Advice for current NSBTS considering applying for other positions during their temporary NSBTS appointment.

Existing internal employees are encouraged to refer to the vacation guide for teachers taking up a temporary Non-School Based Teaching Service position.

Private Vehicle and Internet

Applicants will need a current Australian driver’s licence and reliable home internet and to possess a private vehicle with comprehensive insurance.

Travel for Official Business

This role, at times, may involve travel across the state to occasionally conduct assessments in another region, to attend professional learning sessions, and may also include attendance at NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) hearings.

Travel reimbursement and allowances are in alignment with the NSW Department of Education’s travel for official business policy. You will receive reimbursements for approved travel expenses including flights, accommodation and meals while travelling for official business.

This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number and complete a National Criminal Record Check. For more information, click here

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (dandi@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

E-list: If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an E-list may be created from which these suitable candidates may be chosen and directly offered employment in other similar roles that may become available in the future.