Physical Education Teacher - St Gregory's Primary, Queanbeyan NSW

Closing date December 1, 2024
Location Primary (NSW Regional): St Gregory's Primary (Queanbeyan)
Status Permanent

About this job

Location: Queanbeyan, NSW 
Employment Type: Permanent  
Employment Status: Full-time  
Salary Range: $79,057 to $133,846 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.   
Start Date: January 2025
Closing Date:11.55 pm, Sunday 1 December 2024 

About St Gregory's Primary School

At St Gregory's, our most valuable asset is our dedicated teachers and staff, who play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our students. We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where safety, fairness, and respect guide our collaborative journey. Our goal is to empower teachers to inspire students in their spiritual, academic, and personal growth, ensuring that both educators and students thrive as they reach their fullest potential.

St Gregory's Primary School is part of the Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG), which operates 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres 
across ACT and NSW. 

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.

About the Role 

As a Physical Education Teacher, you will join a collaborative and supportive team dedicated to fostering a love of fitness, teamwork, and overall well-being in our students. By designing high-energy, engaging activities and incorporating a wide variety of physical challenges, you will inspire students to stay active, build confidence, and develop lifelong healthy habits. Through regular, personalised assessments and constructive feedback, you’ll guide each student in setting and reaching their own fitness goals, fostering a strong sense of achievement and resilience. You'll work alongside supportive colleagues and actively engage with families to help create a school environment that prioritises physical, mental, and social well-being, making a meaningful difference in students' lives within a community that values holistic growth.

Benefits and Opportunities 

  • A positive and collaborative workplace culture 
  • Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst 
  • Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice 
  • 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption) 
  • Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave) 
  • Support for professional development and study opportunities 
  • Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice 

Qualifications  

  • Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching.
  • Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) registration.
  • NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation.

Application Process 

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. 

Selection Criteria

  1. A thorough knowledge of the Australian Curriculum with the ability to organise, select and design content for effective teaching and learning.
  2. Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage positively with colleagues, students, and parents.
  3. The capacity to be a proactive member of a professional learning community complying with the legal, administrative, and professional requirements.
  4. Classroom practices and organisational skills that create supportive and safe environments for all students, including meeting a variety of learning needs.
  5. A comprehensive understanding of assessment and reporting strategies and the need to provide effective and timely feedback to parents and students.

Please refer to the position description for in-depth details regarding the position duties, criteria, and skill set required. 

Other Eligibility Criteria 

  • You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position. 
  • This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy. 

For further information about the School please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn can be accessed here

Position-specific queries: Please contact Tiffany Reedy on 02 6297 1396 or via email tiffany.reedy@cg.catholic.edu.au 

Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au

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