Assistant Head of High School 7-12 PDHPE

International Grammar School; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Discounted parking at Broadway

Job summary

International Grammar School is seeking an enthusiastic 7-12 PDHPE teacher who will also serve as Assistant Head of Department, commencing in Term 1 2027. The role involves leadership responsibilities, supporting the Head of Department to strengthen PDHPE programs and improve student outcomes.

A Leadership Level 1 allowance applies. The appointment includes 0.2 FTE leadership time release with a teaching load of 0.8 FTE, a three-year initial leadership term, and a commitment to safeguarding

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Stage 6 PDHPE is essential.
• Strong leadership and collaborative abilities with the Head of Department.
• High-level organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to student wellbeing and academic care.

Responsibilities

• Participate in regular high-quality training and professional development days at the commencement of each school term.
• Be part of a vibrant school community with cultural events and language immersion opportunities.
• Mentor and support career advancement within the faculty.
• Engage in professional development and time dedicated to preparing engaging learning experiences.

Skills

PDHPE teaching

Leadership

Organisational skills

Job description

Assistant Head of High School 7-12 PDHPE

Situated within moments of the CBD, International Grammar School (IGS) is Sydney's unique independent, coeducational, secular school offering quality teaching from Early Learning to Year 12. Our unique bilingual program immerses students in a second language every day.

Unity Through Diversity is our vision for an equitable, inclusive and regenerative world.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and exemplary 7-12 PDHPE teacher who can also take on the role of Assistant Head of Department, commencing in Term 1 2027. Experience teaching Stage 6 PDHPE is essential.

As Assistant Head of Department, you will bring a clear and exciting vision for teaching and learning in PDHPE. You will model professionalism, positivity and excellence, supporting the Head of Department in fostering a love of the subject. As an energetic and collaborative leader, you will help strengthen the breadth, depth, quality and rigour of PDHPE programs and improve student outcomes across the School.

The ideal applicant will have high-level organisational skills, strong attention to detail and a demonstrated commitment to student wellbeing and academic care.

The Assistant Head of Department role attracts a Leadership Level 1 allowance and 0.2 FTE time release from teaching, maintaining a teaching load of 0.8 FTE. The initial leadership term will be three years.

We are a Child Safe organisation with strong practices that place the protection and rights of children as paramount.

In return for your skills and experience you will:

participate in regular high-quality training and professional development days at the commencement of each school term.

enjoy a vibrant school community with various cultural events and language immersion opportunities.

benefit from mentoring and support for career advancement within the faculty.

enjoy opportunities for professional development and time dedicated to the preparation of engaging learning experiences.

experience and enjoy access to an incredible range of facilities, including the brand-new Gym, Bibliothèque and the School’s Kangaroo Valley Campus.

have access to the Employee Assistance Program.

have access to our Fitness Passport program.

enjoy discounted parking at Broadway shopping centre.

For more information visit our website,www.igssyd.nsw.edu.au. Here you will be able to review the Position Description and our Privacy Policy and learn more about International Grammar School. A capacity to embrace the School’s culture, values and Code of Conduct is essential to this position.

Pre-Employment Checks:

You will need to provide:

your NSW Working with Children Clearance number and your date of birth.

copies of related qualifications, training and transcripts, which may need to be certified and/or translated

proof of identity will be required

as applicable, details of your visa or work permit for verification. The successful candidate must have and maintain current working rights in Australia.

your NESA Accreditation number and details.

your NESA Summary Statement.

Closing Date: Thursday, 5 November 2026

IGS reserves the right to appoint, appoint by invitation, or not to appoint.