PDHPE Teacher

St Mary's Cathedral College, Sydney (see more jobs from this school)

Sydney, NSW 


Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: PDHPE , Physical Education

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 20 November 2026



<p><strong>St Mary's Cathedral College Sydney</strong><br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Thursday, 28 January 2027<br><strong>Application Closing Date:</strong> Friday, 20 November 2026<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-Time, Permanent<br><br><strong>Why Join Us</strong><br><br> Join <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/">Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS)</a>, NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. At <strong>St Mary's Cathedral College Sydney</strong>, you'll make a daily impact, grow your career, and be supported by strong professional learning.<br><br> Benefits include:</p> <ul> <li>competitive remuneration: up to $149,433. Base salary: $92,882 - $133,422</li> <li>salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually</li> <li>up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students</li> <li>ongoing training and professional opportunities</li> <li>health and wellbeing initiatives and resources, including Fitness Passport</li> <li>generous Employee Referral Program</li> <li>a wide range of further <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/careers/rewards-benefits">rewards and benefits</a>.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About Our School</strong><br><br><strong>St Mary's Cathedral College, Sydney </strong>is a prestigious Catholic institution with a rich history of academic excellence and faith-based education. Our school is dedicated to fostering the foundational development of each student, providing an enriching curriculum that blends academic achievement with spiritual growth, creativity, and a strong sense of community. As such, we invite passionate and innovative educators to join our team and contribute to shaping the future of our College and its students. If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher who is excited by the prospect of working in a dynamic, faith-filled environment, we invite you to apply for the role of PDHPE Teacher. The ability to teach within another KLA will be considered an advantage.<br><br><strong>Position Highlights</strong><br><br><strong>St Mary's Cathedral College Sydney</strong> is seeking to appoint an experienced and passionate <strong>PDHPE Teacher</strong>. This is a full-time ongoing position, commencing Thursday, 28 January 2027.<br><br><strong>About You</strong><br><br> As a <strong>PDHPE Teacher</strong>, you will inspire students through engaging, student-centered teaching within a Catholic learning environment. You'll bring:</p> <ul> <li>demonstrated understanding of the PDHPE curriculum for middle and senior school. This includes knowledge of the key concepts, content strands, and assessment strategies</li> <li>demonstrated capacity to teach within another KLA is essential for this position</li> <li>proven ability to plan, implement, and evaluate engaging and differentiated lessons that cater to the diverse learning needs of students in Years 7-12</li> <li>effective classroom management strategies to create a positive and supportive learning environment conducive to physical activity and open discussion of health and personal development topics</li> <li>excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with students, parents, colleagues, and the wider school community. Strong interpersonal skills, including empathy, patience, and the ability to build positive relationships with young adolescents</li> <li>confidence with the integration of technology into the curriculum to promote quality learning principles</li> <li>a strong understanding of safety protocols and risk management procedures relevant to physical activities, sports, and health-related topics. Ability to conduct risk assessments and implement safety measures</li> <li>knowledge of the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of students in the junior and middle school years</li> <li>a genuine enthusiasm for promoting healthy lifestyles, physical activity, and positive personal development in young people</li> <li>a strong commitment to the holistic wellbeing of students, understanding the interconnectedness of physical, social, emotional, and mental health</li> <li>ability to work effectively as part of a team within the faculty and the wider school</li> <li>a high level of professionalism, including punctuality, organisation, and a proactive approach to professional development</li> <li>an understanding and an ability to support the Catholic life of the College</li> <li>a tertiary qualification in Education and NESA accreditation.</li> </ul> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong><br><br> Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:</p> <ul> <li>current CV and cover letter</li> <li>academic transcripts and statement of previous service</li> <li>three referees, including your current employer/principal.</li> </ul> <p>Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People &amp; Culture Services team.<br><br> If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People &amp; Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).<br><br><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</strong>&nbsp;<br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/13DKE1LjBT2PfRxXxeE2lmEvoiUphuqr7/view">Click here</a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.<br><br><strong>Working With Children Check (WWCC)</strong>&nbsp;<br> This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.<br><br><i>SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.</i></p>