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PDHPE/Dance Teacher – (Parental Leave Cover from T4)
Employment
Full time, Temporary
Subject
Physical Education
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Secondary
Closing date
12 June 2026
Posted 29 May 2026
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1,175
Total students
96.4
Teaching FTE
43.5
Non-teaching FTE
1,111
ICSEA value
87th percentile · Higher SES
27%
EAL/D Background
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Our Lady of Mercy College is inviting applications from qualified PDHPE teachers with additional expertise and qualifications in dance education for a 12-month contract position.
Who are we?
Our Lady of Mercy College Parramatta is an independent Catholic school for girls, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1889 and entrusted to Mercy Partners in 2021. Grounded in the Mercy values of Compassion, Excellence, Justice and Service, the College nurtures students and staff as visionary leaders and compassionate changemakers. Mercy is expressed as empathy and love in action, within a community where academic learning and faith flourish together.
The opportunity
Our Lady of Mercy College is seeking a passionate and qualified PDHPE teacher with additional qualification and expertise as a dance educator to join our vibrant learning community on a 12-month contract. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic educator committed to fostering student wellbeing, promoting physical literacy, and inspiring creativity through dance. The successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to deliver engaging PDHPE programs alongside high-quality dance instruction, while also leading, managing, and sustaining a flourishing and popular dance co-curricular program contributing to both the curriculum and wider college life. The primary purpose of this role is to nurture the gifts and talents of each student ensuring that our Catholic practices and Mercy Values underpin all aspects of life in the school.
What are we looking for?
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and current NESA a…