Health and Physical Education Teacher

At Merici College, you’ll join a vibrant community dedicated to supporting your professional growth and building upon your skills and expertise. Our Mission Statement is at the heart of everything we do: we empower women to love life, have hope, be faithful, and build futures that are more wondrous than they dare to dream. As an all-girls school for Years 7 to 12, Merici College proudly offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (Years 11 to 12) and the Middle Years Programme (Years 7 to 10). Joining our team means contributing to a culture of excellence where innovative programs and teaching practices inspire students to achieve their full potential academically, spiritually, and socially. 

As a Health and 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 alongside meaningful health education, 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 and wellbeing 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 growth.

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment.

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students.

For further information about the School please visit the website. Information about the CACGEL can be accessed here.   

Position-specific queries: Kathleen Garvie on 02 6243 4100 or via email kathleen.garvie@cg.catholic.edu.au 
Application queries: Recruitment Team on  02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.