<p>Wonthaggi is a seaside town located 1.5hours south east of Melbourne, in the Bass Coast Shire of Gippsland. It is the largest town in South Gippsland, a regional area with extensive tourism, beef, and dairy industries.</p> <p><strong>About the role</strong></p> <p>St Joseph’s Primary School has a friendly, professional team of staff who provide a supportive work culture and a positive and inspiring work environment. We are currently seeking a dedicated Health and Physical Education teacher and <strong>Sports Coordinator&nbsp;</strong>who will lead our whole-school PE program and teach Health &amp; Physical Education (P–6).&nbsp;</p> <p>The role includes coordinating sporting events and excursions, managing PE equipment and budgets, supporting staff with curriculum implementation, and ensuring all safety and compliance requirements are met. The Sports Coordinator will also strengthen community sport partnerships and represent the school in district sporting associations.</p> <p><strong>Position:</strong> Health &amp; PE teacher/Sports Coordinator</p> <p><strong>Commencement Date:</strong>&nbsp;27 January 2025</p> <p><strong>Employment Conditions:</strong> Fixed Term (12 months), 4 days per week (0.8)&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Duties and responsibilities will include but are not limited to:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Monitoring, evaluating, and reporting student progress in key learning areas</li> <li>Implementing strategies to achieve targets related to student learning outcomes.</li> <li>monitor, evaluate and report student progress in key learning areas</li> <li>implement strategies to achieve targets related to student learning outcomes</li> <li>implement effective student management consistent with the school’s strategic plan</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;<strong>Benefits:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Salary earning, $79,589 - $118,063</li> <li>Salary increases each January and July (Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited Schools and Secretariat Agreement 2022)</li> <li>Annual leave loading</li> <li>Salary Packaging</li> <li>Flexible leave day</li> <li>Parental leave – 16 weeks <ul> <li>Parental leave superannuation up to 52 weeks</li> </ul></li> <li>Dedicated support from school leadership</li> <li>Social events to create community with staff and families</li> <li>A strong team culture based on relationships and trust</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;<strong>Essential Knowledge and Experience</strong></p> <ul> <li>VIT registration</li> <li>Accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School is an advantage.</li> <li>Exemplary teaching practice with proven classroom management practice</li> <li>Comprehensive knowledge of current educational needs and achievement standards</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including team building and mentoring skills.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>St Joseph's Primary School</strong>&nbsp;boasts vibrant, modern classrooms that are very well appointed and resourced. Students here are fortunate to enjoy our extensive grounds that include two basketball courts, an oval, soccer pitch and two activity playgrounds. Each child has access to a device (iPad or Chromebook) to support their learning.&nbsp;</p> <p>At St Joseph’s we aim to nurture independent, motivated, purposeful and lifelong learners through a warm, caring, secure and challenging environment directed to the development of the child in all areas of social responsibility and intellectual learning.</p> <p>We are committed to working in collaborative teams to plan for, implement and assess an engaging and dynamic curriculum where students are active participants in their learning and staff strive to continually review and improve teaching practice.&nbsp;</p> <p>Students participate in Physical Education, Italian, Performing Arts and STEAM specialist classes each week.</p> <p><strong>How to apply</strong></p> <p>Further information on this exciting opportunity and application process can be found on the St Joseph's Primary School Wonthaggi school website or by contacting the Principal, Joanne Coldebella or Deputy Principal, Dianne Gin by phone:&nbsp;03 56 721 052</p> <p>Applications are to include a one page cover letter addressed to the principal and a CV that includes three professional referees.</p> <p>Applications are to be emailed to<strong>&nbsp;</strong><a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:principal@stjwonthaggi.catholic.edu.au?subject=Health%20and%20Physical%20Education%20Teacher%2FSports%20Co-ordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>principal@stjwonthaggi.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Health%20and%20Physical%20Education%20Teacher%2FSports%20Co-ordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><strong></strong></a><strong><a href="mailto:principal@stjwonthaggi.catholic.edu.au?subject=Health%20and%20Physical%20Education%20Teacher%2FSports%20Co-ordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">principal@stjwonthaggi.catholic.edu.au</a></strong><strong>&nbsp;.</strong></p> <p>Applications close<strong>&nbsp;Friday 5 December, 2025</strong>.&nbsp; Please note:&nbsp;the interview process may commence prior to the closing date and, if a suitable applicant is found, the role may close early.&nbsp; We would encourage applications to be received as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.</p> <p><i>St Joseph's Primary School is committed to the safety, wellbeing, participation, and empowerment of children.&nbsp; Staff are required to adhere to the School’s Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy and Procedure, the Mandatory Reporting Policy and be committed to the safety and wellbeing of children.</i></p> <p><i>The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia, will be subject to background checks and required to provide a current VIT registration.</i></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>