About this job
- Part-time (0.8 FTE) Ongoing PE Teacher | Primary School
- Inspire curiosity, confidence and a love for physical education through outstanding primary education
- Elevate your career at CGS
About the Role
In this role, you will design and deliver engaging Physical Education and sport learning experiences from the Early Years to Year 6 through the IB Primary Years Programme and the Australian Curriculum.
You will explicitly teach the knowledge, skills and dispositions that support students’ physical literacy, movement competence, teamwork and lifelong participation in physical activity. Using assessment to inform practice, you will identify each student's next steps and create an inclusive learning environment where students feel confident to challenge themselves, take risks, collaborate with others and develop resilience through movement.
Working in partnership with the Head of Primary PE and P–6 Sport and alongside Primary School colleagues, you will promote student wellbeing, provide pastoral care and contribute to the School’s co-curricular programmes. You will inspire students to develop healthy habits, demonstrate good sportsmanship and engage positively in a variety of physical activities and sporting opportunities.
About You
You are a thoughtful and engaging primary educator who brings energy, curiosity and genuine care to the classroom. You know how to make learning accessible, challenge students to think deeply and build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
You will have:
- A relevant tertiary degree and teaching qualification, and ACT Teacher Quality Institute registration covering ELC to Year 6 or Kindergarten to Year 6.
- An early childhood qualification, or obtain one within the first two years of appointment.
- Strong knowledge of teaching, learning and the primary curriculum.
- Experience with the IB Primary Years Programme or a strong understanding of inquiry-based teaching.
- A genuine love of teaching young children, especially in physical education and the ability to inspire curiosity, confidence and a love of learning.
- The ability to use assessment and learning data to adapt your teaching and support every child’s progress.
- A strong understanding of child development, student wellbeing and effective classroom management.
- A commitment to pastoral care and school life, with experience contributing to co-curricular, outdoor education or service programmes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and confidence using technology to support teaching and learning.
All CGS team members must hold appropriate qualifications, a valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card, a current National Police Check and full working rights in Australia.
Benefits for you
As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional benefits, including:
- A competitive salary and superannuation of 13.5% (for permanent team members)
- Employee awards program and generous professional development funding
- Attractive salary packaging arrangements
- Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
- Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
- Access to the onsite health clinic
- 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
- 14 weeks of paid parental leave
- School fee concessions (for permanent team members)
- Convenient onsite parking
Working at CGS
At Canberra Grammar School, you will join a vibrant, welcoming and forward-thinking community committed to delivering an exceptional education.
Our educators are encouraged to grow, innovate and make a meaningful difference. They place student learning and wellbeing at the heart of everything they do, inspiring young people to pursue personal excellence within a warm and inclusive environment.
If you are ready to inspire curiosity, encourage courageous thinking and help students explore the beliefs, values and ideas that shape our world, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Please visit cgs.act.edu.au/careers/ to access the position description and submit the following documents:
- Cover letter (addressing the selection criteria in the Position Description)
- Resume/CV
Canberra Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will undergo child safety screening and recruitment checks in accordance with our Child Safe policies.
Applications will be assessed as they are received, and the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.