Head of Health and PE

• Full-time ongoing position
• High performing independent girls’ school
• Term 1, 2027 start date

About the Role

As we continue to build upon our success, an exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and enthusiastic Head of Health and PE to join our School community in a full-time, ongoing capacity, commencing at the start of the 2027 academic school year.

Reporting to the Deputy Principal – Teaching and Learning, the Head of Health and PE is an integral member of the Middle Leaders team and will provide strategic and operational leadership of the Health and PE faculty. The successful candidate will be responsible for curriculum development and implementation, staff leadership and mentoring, and the effective management of faculty resources.

As an experienced Health and PE teacher, the successful candidate will be passionate about delivering an innovative, engaging and challenging curriculum across the Senior School, with demonstrated experience teaching VCE Health and Physical Education. The successful candidate will foster a positive and collegial learning environment and contribute to the school’s strategic intent, values and traditions, including our Culture of Thinking.

To be successful in this opportunity you will require:

• Current VIT Registration.
• Experience in teaching VCE Health and PE.
• Proven VCE performance and outcomes.
• A current knowledge of Australian and Victorian Curriculum imperatives as they impact on Health and PE.
• Demonstrated experience in team leadership and/or coaching.
• Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in planning programs, and the management of budgets and resources.
• Demonstrated innovative use of ICT to enrich learning.
• Well-developed classroom management strategies which enhance student engagement and outcomes.
• Knowledge of contemporary pedagogy and a willingness to embrace the St Catherine's Teaching for Thinking culture.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting and contributing to a collegial environment.
• Willingness to uphold the ethos and values of the School at all times.

Why work for us?

• Fantastic opportunity to work in a highly regarded independent school in Toorak.
• Integrated professional learning teams with learning coaches.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Access to professional development.
• Onsite parking available and close to public transport.
• Onsite café and use of gym and swimming pool facilities.

Want to find out more?

To view the position description, or to apply visit https://www.stcatherines.net.au/about-us/employment/.

Applicants will be requested to upload:

• a letter of introduction addressed to the Principal indicating your preference for full time or part time employment, and
• a resume.

If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Human Resources via hr@stcatherines.net.au for a confidential discussion.

Applications will close Tuesday 22 September at 5pm, however earlier applications are encouraged as interviews may commence prior to the closing date.

St Catherine’s School is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children by providing a child safe environment. Our students feel safe and empowered as we support and respect all members of the St Catherine’s community.  This includes the safety and wellbeing of our students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds along with students with a disability.

Applicants will be subject to the relevant child protection screening, including referee and identity checks, and are expected to familiarise themselves with the School’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and associated policies available on the School’s website.