Primary School Sports Co-ordinator and Physical Education teacher (Full-time post)

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected independent school in Johannesburg seeks a full-time Physical Education Teacher and Sports Co-ordinator. Responsibilities include teaching physical education, coaching sports, and organising inter-house events. Candidates should hold a Bachelor of Education or equivalent, have a swimming qualification, and a coaching certificate. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential. Applications are due by 14 October 2025.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with SACE.
• Clearance certificate in terms of Sexual Offenders Register required.
• Willingness to support the ethos of the school.

Responsibilities

• Teach Physical Education and sports lessons.
• Coach extra-mural sports.
• Organise inter-house sports events.
• Accompany learners to matches.

Skills

Excellent organisation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Education degree / PGCE

Swimming teacher’s and/or life-saving qualification

Coaching certificate in at least one sporting code

Job description

Overview

McAuley House School is a well established independent Catholic school founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1907. It is situated in Parktown West in Johannesburg, with easy access to and from the M1 motorway. The school follows the four term academic calendar and writes the GDE matriculation examinations.

Position

Primary School Sports Co-ordinator and Physical Education Teacher (Full-time post). Commencement date: 01 January 2026

Responsibilities

• Teaching Physical Education and sports lessons as required in the timetable
• Teaching swimming lessons
• Coaching extra-mural sports
• Sourcing suitable external coaches
• Organising the inter-house sports events
• Organising the inter-school sports calendar
• Accompanying learners to matches and hosting and officiating at matches (weekdays and weekends)

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Education degree / PGCE or other suitable tertiary qualification and SACE registration
• A swimming teacher’s and/or life-saving qualification
• A coaching certificate in at least one sporting code
• Excellent organisation and communication skills
• A clearance certificate in terms of Sexual Offenders Register
• A willingness to support the ethos of McAuley House School and the vision and mission of Catholic education

Application process

Interested candidates should submit a letter of application together with a short two-page CV and the names and contact details of at least two contactable referees by 14 October 2025 to: [e-mail]

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applicants who have not been contacted for an interview within two weeks after the closing date for applications should consider their application unsuccessful.