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Bring your passion and expertise for education and technology to a team creating real impact for teachers, students, and school communities across Australia. At ESA, you’ll find purpose, support, and room to grow.

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Build a career that matters 

​ESA is a not-for-profit that partners with organisations and government education departments to deliver real impact where it counts — in classrooms, for students, and across school communities.

Our work focuses on:

  • enhancing the way teachers teach

  • supporting every student to thrive

  • building stronger, more connected schools

Join us and help shape the future of education in Australia.
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Why work with us?

​Our commitment to making a positive difference starts with our team. When you work at ESA, we give you all the support you need to grow – in every aspect.  

  • ​Strong support for work-life balance ​

    Besides a 35-hour full-time week, we also offer flexible work options like hybrid and part-time arrangements. ​Our leave benefits cover personal, carer’s, 14 week paid parental and end-of-year paid leave. Plus, you can work interstate or overseas for up to three weeks each year.

  • ​Prioritising health and wellbeing ​

    We offer free counselling for staff and their families, and access to our in-house accredited Mental Health First Aid Officers. ​You’ll also enjoy our employee wellbeing program – which includes regular health checks – and private health insurance discounts from our partners.

  • Competitive rewards for meaningful work

    We offer competitive pay and salary packaging options. Our salaries are benchmarked annually to ensure fairness and to recognise the value our people bring to improving education across Australia.

  • ​Investing in your growth ​

    Continuous growth is part of life at ESA. To support your career progression, you’ll have access to our Learning and Development program plus over 5,000 online learning modules through our Go1 portal. ​If eligible, you may also receive study assistance to further your qualifications.

  • ​An open culture that champions you ​

    At ESA, everyone is respected, supported and encouraged to thrive. We celebrate diversity and advocate for everyone’s success. In recognition of this dedication, we received the Xref Engage Best Workplace Award 2025 and the Xref Engage 2025 Change Champion Award.

  • ​Creating impact with purpose ​

    We’ve maintained carbon neutrality as a Climate Active Network member for over a decade. ESA is also progressing reconciliation through its Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and Supply Nation membership. ​Beyond that, we support our chosen charity through fundraising activities.

What we offer at ESA

  • Modern office in the Melbourne CBD
  • Access to Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) for mental health and wellbeing support
  • Professional development opportunities, including mentoring and skills training
  • Paid parental leave and partner leave
  • Additional annual leave days over holiday period
  • Work from anywhere in the world for up to 3 weeks in a year
  • Team connection activities, including social events and wellbeing initiatives
  • Breakfast provided in the office
  • End of trip facilities

​We are a workplace that values diverse perspectives and fosters collaboration.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we want everyone to succeed regardless of ethnicity, gender identity, sexuality, religious beliefs, physical ability or age.​

We welcome applications from:  

  • ​Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander peoples 
  • ​People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds 
  • ​People of all ages and stages of life 
  • ​People with disability

Where you and your skills are valued, to help shape the future of education.

Join ESA and make a real difference

Available positions

​Ready to help us shape the future of education? Explore our open roles below.

  • Legal Counsel

    Legal Team Full Time

    We are looking for a dynamic Legal Counsel to work with the ESA business to ensure that high quality legal advice is provided in support of ESA's operational activities. The role is full time, though open to 0.8 for the right candidate. The role is part of our small Legal team and reports to the Senior Legal Counsel. You will be required to provide comprehensive legal advice on a broad range of issues.
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  • Senior Administrative Assistant

    Digital Services Part Time

    We require a Senior Administrative Assistant to support the General Manager, Digital Services (DS) and provide support across the wider DS team. This exciting new role working 4 days per week, combines organisational skills of a project coordinator and precision and professionalism of an Administrative Assistant.
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  • General Manager

    Assessment Full Time

    We are seeking a General Manager to lead a team of around 20 professionals responsible for delivering NAPLAN Online, NAP Sample Assessment, and related services deemed appropriate to ESA’s clients and stakeholders.
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  • Get in touch

    Do you have skills and experience that match our vacancies? Get in touch with us here.

​Get to know us more

We deliver solutions that support excellence and equity in education.  

​Learn more about who we are, what we do and the impact our work has.  

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