Primary Physical Education Teacher

ACG Strathallan; Auckland; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ACG Strathallan College, part of Inspired Education, seeks a Primary Physical Education Teacher for Years 1–6 in a Cambridge-based program. The role is a permanent position starting Term 1, 2027, located in South Auckland.

The successful candidate will deliver differentiated PE lessons, coach sport teams, and contribute to pastoral care and school life, within a supportive team. Experience with Cambridge International and NZ teacher registration with BA and/or MBA is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Physical Education to primary years.
• Ability to plan/deliver differentiated PE lessons.
• Experience assessing progress and providing feedback.
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building.
• Experience coaching school sports and leading teams.
• Experience contributing to school life through activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging PE lessons for Years 1–6 aligned with Cambridge.
• Foster inclusive, positive learning environments and wellbeing.
• Assess and report student progress to students and parents.
• Lead extracurricular activities, events, and pastoral duties.
• Coach school sports teams and promote participation and teamwork.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance pedagogy and outcomes.
• Uphold safeguarding, health and safety, and professional standards.

Skills

Physical Education

Differentiated lessons

Assessment & feedback

Classroom management

Coaching

Extracurricular involvement

Pastoral care

Cambridge curriculum familiarity

Education

BA in Education

MBA

Job description

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 14,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:

ACG Strathallan College is part of Inspired Education, the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of over 126 premium private schools spanning six continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Early Learning to Year 13.

As South Auckland’s leading independent school, ACG Strathallan offers a world-class education from Preschool to Year 13 and offers Cambridge International in a high‑achieving, future‑focused environment. Located in Karaka on 15 hectares, the school combines outstanding academic results, exceptional facilities, and a strong culture of pastoral care, helping students thrive both academically and personally.

We require an experienced Primary Physical Education Teacher who is able to deliver motivational and differentiated lessons. The successful applicant will enjoy working as a part of a supportive team, and be willing to contribute to the corporate life of our school. The role is permanent position starting Term1 in 2027. The ability to coach a team sport essential

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated Physical Education lessons for students in Years 1-6, aligned with the Cambridge curriculum and school expectations.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing learning environment that supports student wellbeing, participation, and achievement.
• Assess, monitor, and report on student progress, providing timely feedback to students and parents.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school through extracurricular activities, events, camps, and pastoral care responsibilities.
• Coach and lead school sports teams, promoting excellence, teamwork, sportsmanship, and student participation in competitive sport.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to enhance teaching practice, curriculum delivery, and student outcomes.
• Uphold the school's safeguarding, health and safety, and professional standards while building strong relationships with students, staff, and families.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Demonstrated experience teaching Physical Education to students across primary years, with the ability to engage and motivate learners of varying abilities.
• Proven ability to plan and deliver high-quality, differentiated lessons that support student achievement and wellbeing.
• Experience assessing student progress, maintaining accurate records, and providing meaningful feedback to students and parents.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and families.
• Experience coaching and leading school sports teams, with the ability to promote participation, teamwork, and sporting excellence.
• Experience contributing to the wider life of a school through extracurricular activities, events, camps, and pastoral initiatives.
• Previous experience with Cambridge International curricula is advantageous but not essential.
• NZ Teacher registration with supporting teaching qualifications (BA and/or MBA).

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre‑employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com