Teacher - Primary - Physical Education

Department of Education; Shire Of Kojonup; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

12 weeks vacation leave

Subsidised accommodation

Free relocation

Job summary

Kojonup District High School is seeking a dedicated Primary Physical Education Teacher for a permanent part-time 0.6 FTE role, starting Term 1, 2027. The position focuses on health and physical education, promoting activity, wellbeing, and lifelong sport participation.

The successful applicant will deliver engaging programs, manage classrooms effectively, and collaborate across teams to support school events and the Strategic Plan, fostering student well-being and engagement.

Qualifications

• Possess an eligible teacher qualification and registration.
• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with work rights for the term of the appointment.
• Apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start;
• Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
• Strong understanding of WA Curriculum: Health and Physical Education and passion for promoting physical activity, health and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate primary physical education programs.
• Support whole-school initiatives, school events, sporting carnivals, and interschool competitions.
• Collaborate with colleagues to contribute to the school’s Strategic Plan and ongoing improvement journey.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and active learning environment encouraging all students to participate.

Skills

Planning engaging PE programs

Inclusive teaching

Team collaboration

Behaviour management

Education

Qualified teacher registration

Job description

Position Summary

This is a permanent part-time (0.6 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027. The School Kojonup District High School (KDHS) has a well-established Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) framework that promotes high expectations and reinforces our core values of Respect, Responsibility, Pride, and Safety. We are committed to educating the whole child, empowering students to embrace the future with integrity, compassion, resilience, and a love of lifelong learning. With a proud history of serving the Kojonup community since 1863, our school is located on Albany Highway between Perth and Albany and caters for approximately 230 students. Located in a calm and welcoming rural setting, our school offers well-resourced facilities and expansive outdoor learning spaces, (including our nearby 480-acre school farm), where students are encouraged to develop healthy lifestyles and reach their full potential. Find out more about our school by visiting kojonupdhs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role

KDHS is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and dedicated Primary Physical Education Teacher. The successful applicant will ideally possess a strong understanding of the Western Australian Curriculum: Health and Physical Education and be passionate about promoting physical activity, health, wellbeing, and lifelong participation in sport and recreation. They should be skilled in planning and delivering engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate programs that cater for students with a diverse range of abilities, interests, and backgrounds. We are seeking an educator who believes that every student can achieve success in physical education and who understands the important role that movement, teamwork, resilience, and positive relationships play in children's development. The successful applicant should have highly effective teaching practices, strong classroom and behaviour management skills, and a commitment to creating a safe, supportive, and active learning environment where all students are encouraged to participate and challenge themselves. This position provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing improvement journey of Kojonup District High School as we move into the next phase of our Strategic Plan. We are looking for an educator who can inspire students to develop confidence, perseverance, sportsmanship, and a positive attitude towards health and physical activity. The successful applicant will ideally be an active and flexible team member with excellent interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills. They would work collaboratively with colleagues to support whole-school initiatives and contribute positively to school events, sporting carnivals, interschool competitions, and extracurricular opportunities. At KDHS, our leadership team is committed to supporting staff and students while fostering strong partnerships with families and the wider community. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate Physical Education teacher to make a lasting impact on students' wellbeing, engagement, and success while enjoying the flexibility of a part-time role.

Professional Benefits

• 12 percent employer contributions to superannuation
• 12 weeks’ vacation leave (school holidays)
• Subsidised accommodation where applicable
• Free relocation

Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits . For additional information to all allowances and housing please contact Housing and Transport at [e-mail] or on [phone].

Want to know more? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Lauren Harradine, Deputy Principal on [phone] or emailing [e-mail] . During the school holidays, please contact Lauren Harradine on 0432 895 619 or [e-mail] .

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

• hold an eligible teacher qualification and registration .
• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• apply for a WA Working with Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website .

Advertised Vacancy Number: SS/TCH1062368 Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 16 October 2026