Teacher - Primary - Physical Education

Department of Education, Western Australia; Southern Cross; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Vacation leave

Subsidised accommodation

Free relocation

Job summary

Kojonup District High School in Western Australia is seeking a Primary Physical Education Teacher for a permanent part-time (0.6 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027. The successful applicant will promote physical activity, health, wellbeing, and lifelong participation in sport, delivering engaging, inclusive PE programs.

The role requires strong classroom management, collaboration with staff, and commitment to Safe Learning environments while supporting the school’s PBS framework and community

Qualifications

• Must hold eligible teacher qualification and registration.
• Applicants should understand the WA Curriculum: Health and Physical Education.
• Strong planning and delivery of engaging PE programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive Physical Education programs.
• Promote physical activity, health, wellbeing, and lifelong participation in sport.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support whole-school initiatives and PBS goals.
• Create a safe, supportive, and active learning environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Teamwork

Communication

Physical education

Education

Bachelor of Education

Teacher Registration

Job description

This is a permanent part-time (0.6 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027

Note:

This position is being advertised as part of a recruitment pilot designed to simplify the application process for teachers. A mandatory CV template is provided for use. Application requirements include character limited responses to address only 2 Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) domains at application stage. The remaining AITSL domain will be assessed as part of the further assessment stage, for shortlisted applicants only. Please ensure you download the CV template attached to the advertisement and carefully review the new application instructions and attached Information Guides before applying. You must apply using the CV template only. Application documents in any other format will not be accepted.

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

Working for the Department of Education comes with a wide range of benefits designed to support both your professional and personal well-being. These benefits include competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, extensive training and career development opportunities, and attractive leave provisions. Here are some of the key benefits you will enjoy:

• 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

To work with us, you must:

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

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