Founding School PE Coach for Grades 1-3 and 8-9 - Full-Time

Old School Ties; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Pinelands is seeking a full-time Physical Education Coach to lead CAPS-aligned PE for Grades 1–3 and 8–9. You will plan and assess lessons, foster movement skills through games, and create a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Join the founding team January 2027 and help build a strong sports culture in the school community. Applicants should hold Matric and preferably First Aid certification, with experience in coaching children and a strong, reliable presence.

Qualifications

• Matric is required.
• First Aid certification advantageous.
• Experience in sports coaching with children beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Plan, teach and assess PE lessons for Grades 1–3 following CAPS Life Skills.
• Plan, teach and assess PE for Grades 8–9 following CAPS Life Orientation.
• Build fundamental movement skills through games and play.
• Keep lessons safe, inclusive, and enjoyable for diverse ages.
• Help build a sporting culture with sports days and events.
• Model Apex values on and off the field.

Skills

English fluency

Sports coaching

Education

Matric

Job description

Apex Pinelands is seeking a full-time Physical Education Coach to lead CAPS-aligned PE for Grades 1–3 and 8–9. You will plan and assess lessons, foster movement skills through games, and create a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Join the founding team January 2027 and help build a strong sports culture in the school community. Applicants should hold Matric and preferably First Aid certification, with experience in coaching children and a strong, reliable presence.