About St Catherine's School
St Catherine's is a vibrant, close-knit community where students, teachers, and parents share in the journey of learning. We have magnificent teachers who are great activators of change for girls and who enhance their students’ learning through the provision of a stimulating, tailored and future-focused education.
Established in 1896, St Catherine’s School’s reputation as a leader in girls’ education, for well over a century, is based on our readiness to embrace innovation. Our goals are in keeping with our founders’ original aim to prepare students for life; not only through education but also empowering girls to take ownership of their learning through active participation and engagement in School academic and co-curricular programs.
Our School’s proud reputation for academic excellence, exceptional teachers, a supportive community, outstanding co-curricular programs, and well-equipped facilities has placed St Catherine’s School as one of the top performing schools across Victoria for years. However, our greatest achievement is the quality of character our students exhibit.
St Catherine’s is committed to building and retaining a strong workforce of dedicated teachers and professional staff who can create an environment of best practice. Our aim is to be a truly inclusive, and caring school where both students and staff are supported and encouraged to flourish in the St Catherine’s School environment.
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.
Head of Health and PE | Position Description
