Primary PE & Health Teacher

Full Time

• Dickson, Canberra ACT
• Closes: July 31, 2026

Job Categories: Education/Training | Other

Jobstar Pty LTD Job Summary

A current teaching qualification and registration with the ACT Teaching Quality Institute

A current Working with Vulnerable People

A current First Aid and CPR certification

Full time

Experience Required: Experienced

The Role

Emmaus Christian School Canberra is seeking a passionate and dedicated Primary Health & Physical Education Teacher to join our vibrant teaching community. This full-time position, based in Dickson, ACT, involves delivering engaging, Christ-centred Health and Physical Education programs that inspire students to develop lifelong healthy habits and a love of physical activity. The successful applicant will foster student wellbeing, engagement, and achievement through meaningful learning experiences that support personal growth and encourage the development of Christian character.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and assess learning programs in accordance with the Health and Physical Education Australian Curriculum (Version 9).
• Provide engaging lessons that develop students’ knowledge, movement, skills, fitness, teamwork, resilience and understanding of lifelong health and wellbeing.
• Create an inclusive and safe learning environment that encourages all students to participate and develop confidence in physical activities, differentiating teaching to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Integrate Christian perspectives into teaching, encouraging students to view physical health and wellbeing as part of stewarding God’s image in them.
• Assist with the planning and coordination of school sporting events such as carnivals, cross country and gala days.

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated experience teaching Health and Physical Education in accordance with the Australian Curriculum (Version 9).
• A proven capacity to build positive, respectful, and effective relationships with young people.
• Commitment to professional growth, reflective practice and collaboration with colleagues.
• A committed Christian with a clear understanding of, and support for, education in a Christian School setting.

Essential Qualifications & Requirements

• A current teaching qualification and registration with the ACT Teaching Quality Institute (or ability to obtain prior to commencement).
• A current Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) card.
• A current First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years’ experience do you have as a Health Teacher?
• Have you completed a qualification in teaching?
• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?