PDHPE Teacher

Marian Catholic College Kenthurst; Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging for eligible staff

Fitness Passport (discounted gym)

Flexible work arrangements

Growth and development opportunities

Cultural leave for Aboriginal & Torres

State-of-the-art facilities

Job summary

Marian Catholic College Kenthurst invites applicants for a PDHPE teacher role. You will plan and deliver curriculum-aligned PDHPE lessons, fostering an engaging and inclusive classroom that promotes health literacy and physical activity.

The position emphasizes differentiated instruction and evidence-informed teaching to support diverse learners. You will collaborate within the PDHPE Faculty and across the College, applying strong pedagogical knowledge to improve student achievement and

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications to teach PDHPE across secondary years
• Passion for PDHPE and promoting student engagement, activity, health literacy and wellbeing
• Strong pedagogical knowledge with differentiated learning for diverse needs
• Effective classroom management and positive student relationships
• Confidence using ICT and digital resources to enhance teaching
• Strong organisational skills for assessments, reporting and deadlines
• Excellent communication and collaboration with colleagues, students and families
• Commitment to teamwork and ongoing professional learning

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver PDHPE learning experiences aligned to curriculum
• Maintain a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment for practical and classroom lessons
• Use assessment, feedback and reporting to monitor student progress
• Apply sound pedagogy to improve teaching and learning
• Set high expectations and support student confidence, responsibility and lifelong health
• Contribute to faculty planning and the wider life of the College

Skills

PDHPE teaching

Secondary education

ICT in teaching

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Education

Education degree (4-year)

Job description

Marian Catholic College Kenthurst – Kenthurst NSW

Full time, Permanent

1d ago , from Catholic Education Diocese of Parramatta

• Teaching Load/FTE:1 FTE or 76 hours per fortnight

At Marian Catholic College Kenthurst, we are looking for an enthusiastic educator who shares our commitment to fostering positive learning experiences, supporting student wellbeing and achieving strong outcomes for every student.

As a PDHPE Teacher, you will play an important role in engaging students in meaningful learning experiences that develop their physical literacy, health knowledge, movement skills and understanding of the factors that contribute to lifelong health and wellbeing.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Plan and deliver engaging PDHPE lessons that cater to the diverse physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs of students
• Provide practical and theoretical learning experiences that promote active participation, critical thinking and informed decision-making about health, movement and wellbeing
• Foster a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment that encourages participation, confidence, resilience and respect
• Implement effective classroom and behaviour management strategies that support positive student engagement and learning
• Design and implement effective assessment practices, communicate assessment requirements in accordance with the College assessment schedule, and maintain accurate records of student achievement
• Apply strong pedagogical knowledge and evidence-informed teaching practices to enhance student learning and achievement
• Differentiate learning experiences to support diverse learning needs and challenge students to achieve their potential
• Collaborate creatively and constructively within the PDHPE Faculty and across the wider College community

Why Work for Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD)

There are so many great things that Marian Catholic College has to offer! As a valued employee, you can benefit from up to 25% off school fees for your children enrolled in our schools. But that's not all, we offer:

• Salary packaging for eligible employees
• Fitness Passport (discounted gym membership and more)
• Flexible work arrangements for eligible employees
• Extensive growth and development opportunities
• Cultural leave for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander employees
• State-of-the-art facilities

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver curriculum-aligned PDHPE learning experiences that support student development and achievement
• Establish and maintain a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment for both practical and classroom-based lessons
• Use effective assessment, feedback and reporting practices to monitor and support student progress
• Apply sound pedagogical knowledge to continually improve teaching and learning
• Set high, achievable expectations for students and support them to develop confidence, responsibility and a commitment to lifelong health and wellbeing
• Contribute positively to faculty planning, collaborative practice and the wider life of the College

About You

To excel in this rewarding role, you will align with the values of Marian Catholic College and demonstrate:

• Relevant qualifications and the ability to teach PDHPE effectively across the secondary years
• A passion for PDHPE and a commitment to promoting student engagement, physical activity, health literacy and wellbeing
• Strong pedagogical knowledge and the ability to develop engaging, differentiated learning experiences for students with diverse needs and abilities
• Effective classroom management skills and the ability to establish positive, respectful relationships with students
• Confidence in using ICT and digital resources purposefully to enhance teaching and learning, alongside the ability to deliver engaging and effective lessons in device-free learning environments
• Strong organisational skills, including the ability to meet assessment, reporting and administrative deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students and families
• A commitment to teamwork, active participation in the Marian community and ongoing professional learning

Eligibility according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)

Tertiary Qualification in Education (minimum 4-year degree, or 75% completion)

Statements of Service that are required for Classification and Clearances

Valid Working with Children Check (Paid Employee)

If you are currently employed by Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese, please submit your application via our internal Careers Site on EmployeeConnect. We are excited to support you in the next step of your career.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.

Application Closing Date: Friday, 30th October 2026

The Organisation

CSPD is committed to responding to the needs of all students. With over 5,000 employees located across 80 primary and secondary schools and office communities, our aim is to transform learning and unlock the full potential of each of our 43,500 students while enriching the professional lives of staff.

Child Safeguarding Statement

This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment, including holding a cleared NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) and compliance with CSPDs Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Children and Students. For more information regarding WWCCs, click here.

Diversity Statement

CSPD strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.