Specialist Teacher Physical Education

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

Physical Education

Sector

Catholic

Teaching level

Primary

Closing date

16 October 2026

20 days remaining

Posted 25 Sep 2026

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About Our Lady of the Way Catholic Primary School

School type

Co-educational

Year range

Prep-6

School staff (FTE)

69.7

41.4 teaching · 28.3 non-teaching

Students per teacher

16.9:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

698

Indigenous students

1%

Language other than English

29%

Girls vs boys

336 girls · 362 boys

48%
52%

Socio-educational background

Around the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

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Role description

PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER ROLE DESCRIPTION

Our Lady of the Way Catholic Primary School is a P-6 School in Wallan East. We are an established school with modern facilities which has developed an excellent reputation as a welcoming community providing quality education within a Catholic school context. We are committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. 

The Primary Physical Education Teacher is responsible for planning, delivering and evaluating a high-quality, engaging and inclusive Physical Education program across Foundation to Year 6. The role supports students to develop physical literacy, confidence, teamwork, resilience and positive attitudes towards lifelong participation in physical activity.

The successful applicant will contribute positively to the school's Catholic identity and culture and work collaboratively with colleagues to support the academic, physical, social, emotional and spiritual wellbeing of every student.

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must:

  • understand and support the Catholic ethos and vision of the School, and be willing to be involved in School and Parish activities
  • display a love of learning and a passion for working with young children
  • possess VIT registration
  • be accredited to teach Religious Education in a Catholic school (or be in the process of obtaining this)
  • be familiar and comply with all requirements of Child Safety, policies and legal responsibilities concerning the safety, care and wellbeing of all students.

 

Those wishing to apply should then include:

  • a cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • names of three refer…

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