Specialist: Physical Education

Holy Cross Primary School; Shire of Macedon Ranges; Sur place; AUD 28 000 - 40 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Holy Cross Primary School in Victoria seeks a Specialist Physical Education Teacher on a part-time basis (0.40 FTE) to lead the PE curriculum from Foundation to Year 6 and coordinate sport across the school.

The role emphasizes inclusive, sequential teaching, development of movement skills, and student wellbeing. You will also organise carnivals and liaise with local sports bodies within a Catholic school community.

Qualifications

• Current VIT registration.
• Experience teaching Physical Education in primary.
• Plan and coordinate school sport programs.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Commitment to child safety and Catholic school values.
• Accreditation to Teach in a Catholic School (or willingness to obtain).

Responsabilités

• Deliver Physical Education lessons aligned with the Victorian Curriculum 2.0 – Movement and Physical Activity strand.
• Coordinate school-based and interschool sport programs and events.
• Organise school carnivals such as athletics, swimming and cross-country.
• Liaise with district and regional sports associations and attend meetings.
• Maintain accurate records and schedules; provide feedback on student achievement.

Connaissances

VIT registration

Primary PE teaching

Sport program coordination

Differentiated instruction

Organisational skills

Outils

ICT proficiency

Description du poste

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.40 FTE)

Applications Close: 30 October 2026

The Specialist Physical Education Teacher, is a part-time role responsible for leading Holy Cross Primary School’s PE curriculum program and co-ordinator of Sport.

Role Description

The Physical Education Teacher is responsible for delivering a high-quality, inclusive and sequential Physical Education program from Foundation to Year 6. The role promotes students’ physical literacy, skill development, teamwork, and enjoyment of physical activity within a safe and supportive Catholic learning environment.

The teacher also coordinates the school’s sport and interschool sport programs, including event organisation, administration, record keeping, and liaison with district and regional sporting bodies. This position plays a key role in fostering school spirit, participation, and wellbeing through sport and physical activity.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Teaching and Learning

• Plan and implement Physical Education programs aligned with the Victorian Curriculum 2.0 – Movement and Physical Activity strand
• Deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons that build fundamental movement skills, coordination, fitness, and cooperative play.
• Differentiate instruction to cater for diverse learning needs and abilities.
  Use inclusive and contemporary teaching strategies to promote active participation and confidence.
• Assess and report student achievement against curriculum standards and provide meaningful feedback.
• Promote school spirit, teamwork and positive sportsmanship.

Sport and Event Coordination

• Coordinate all school-based and interschool sport programs, teams and events.
• Organise and oversee school carnivals such as athletics, swimming and cross-country.
• Liaise with district and regional sports associations, attending required meetings and forums.

Selection and Capability Profile

Essential Capabilities

• Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
• Expertise in teaching Physical Education at the primary level, aligned with the Victorian Curriculum 2.0.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate school and interschool sport programs.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, including maintaining accurate records and schedules.
• Capacity to apply for and manage sports grants and program budgets.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with students, colleagues, parents and external partners.
• Commitment to child safety and Catholic school values.
• Accreditation to Teach in a Catholic School (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience in sports coaching, officiating or school sport management would be advantageous
• ICT proficiency for program administration and communication.

Child Safety and Wellbeing

The Physical Education Teacher must uphold the school’s unwavering commitment to child safety and wellbeing by complying with theMACS Child Safety Policy, theVictorian Child Safe Standards, and all school-based policies and procedures related to student protection and duty of care.

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Primary
Gender: Coed

175 Students
24 TeachingStaff
10 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

Holy Cross is part of the St Brigid's Parish and aims to provide a Catholic Education for the families of New Gisborne, Gisborne, Macedon, Mount Macedon and Riddell's Creek.