Learning Leader of HPE

St Mary’s College; Hobart; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mary’s College in Hobart, Tasmania, seeks an experienced educator to lead Health and Physical Education as Learning Leader. This 1.0 FTE ongoing leadership role commences January 2027 and requires a strong commitment to girls’ education, Catholic ethos, and excellence in teaching.

The successful candidate will oversee the HPE department, promote contemporary pedagogy, support staff development, and engage with families and the wider community to sustain outstanding student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching secondary Health and Physical Education.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in an educational setting.
• Commitment to girls’ education and Catholic ethos.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Health and Physical Education department to deliver contemporary pedagogy and high outcomes.
• Support and develop staff, align curriculum, and contribute to wellbeing initiatives.
• Collaborate with families, staff, and the broader community to foster a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Leadership experience

HPE teaching

Curriculum development

Team leadership

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

1.0 FTE Ongoing Teacher
Position of Leadership (Contract)
Commencing January 2027

Closing date for Applications – Monday 16 November 2026 at 9.00am

About the position

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and passionate educator to step into the role of Learning Leader of HPE.

We are seeking an inspiring and experienced HPE Learning Leader to lead our Health and Physical Education department and continue fostering outstanding outcomes for young women.

This leadership opportunity is ideal for a passionate educator with proven experience teaching Secondary HPE and a strong commitment to excellence in girls’ education. The successful applicant will demonstrate contemporary pedagogical expertise, the ability to lead and inspire a team, and a commitment to developing a shared vision for HPE within the College.

Key attributes include:

• Commitment to supporting the Catholic ethos of the College.
• Proven leadership experience
• Passion for Health and Physical Education and girls’ education.
• Strong knowledge of best practice teaching and learning.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with students, staff, parents/carers and the wider community.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and development.
• A strong pastoral approach and dedication to supporting the wellbeing of young people

Catholic Education Tasmania and St Marys College are committed to supporting the rights of children and young people and providing a safe supportive environment for them. The successful candidate will require satisfactory child safety checks and registrations.

We demonstrate our commitment to reconciliation by encouraging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

St Mary's College is located on the traditional lands of the muwinina people of the South East Nation. We acknowledge and deeply respect the palawa people, the Tasmanian Aboriginal Community, and all Elders past and present. We are committed to learning alongside our students and community in this place, nipaluna, and support the continued sharing of knowledge and culture.