Primary Teacher - PDHPE

ROLE SUMMARY:

Reddam House North Shore proudly stands as the newest addition to the Inspired Education Group’s network of independent schools. As a co-educational, non-denominational institution, we continue the tradition of empowering students to achieve their full potential within a nurturing, student-centred environment.

More than just an educational offering, Reddam House North Shore represents a distinctive choice—one that integrates academic excellence with rich cultural and sporting opportunities

A PDHPE (Personal Development, Health, and Physical Education) teacher at Reddam House is responsible for delivering engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate lessons to students from Kindergarten through Year 6. This educator plays a key role in inspiring students to embrace healthy, active lifestyles while nurturing their physical, social, and emotional well-being.

The position includes supporting the implementation of the PDHPE curriculum, coordinating school sports events and teams, and promoting a culture of health, fitness, and teamwork across the school. This role is essential to fostering physical well-being and sportsmanship, in alignment with Reddam House’s mission to develop well-rounded students.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Creating Engaging Lessons: Plan and deliver lessons that inspire and challenge all students and are in line with the school's curriculum, policies, and external assessment requirements. You will individualise and differentiate learning, ensuring each student is stretched, supported, and makes outstanding progress.
• Supporting and Assessing Progress: Regularly assess students' in-class and at-home learning, providing targeted feedback to drive progress and ensure all students are challenged and supported in reaching their potential.
• Building a Positive Learning Environment: Establish a classroom and school environment where students are invested in each other's flourishing, feel valued and supported, and are ready to take risks in their learning.
• Collaborating and Sharing Best Practices: Work closely with colleagues as an active member of our learning community, sharing best practices, collaborating with colleagues, and dedicating yourself to your own professional development to ensure the highest standard of education for our students.
• Contributing to School Life: Play an active role in the school's co-curricular programme, helping to create a well-rounded, enriching educational experience. From leading clubs to contributing to whole school initiatives, you will help shape the broader life of the school.
• Collaborating with Parents: Maintain open and constructive communication with parents, building strong partnerships that support students' progress so that each child feels like an individual, well-known and respected.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE  

• Proven experience in teaching physical education and leading sports programs, ideally in a primary school setting.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple events, teams, and activities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with students, staff, and parents.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, particularly in coaching and team management.
• In-depth knowledge of safety regulations and risk management in school sports.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of the PDHPE faculty. 

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES 

• Enthusiastic, energetic, and passionate about sports and physical education.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students of all abilities.
• Strong leadership qualities with a focus on teamwork and community.
• A commitment to promoting health, fitness, and personal well-being.
• Resilient, flexible, and able to manage competing demands. 

QUALIFICATIONS  

• Bachelor’s degree in PDHPE, Physical Education, Sports Science, or equivalent.
• Relevant teaching qualification (e.g Bachelor of Education).
• Accreditation to teach in NSW
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Working with Children Check (WWCC). 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Must be available to support extracurricular sports activities outside of regular school hours.
• Willingness to engage in professional development to stay updated with current trends in sports education.
• Provide lunch & playground cover and assist with pick up & drop off duties. 
• Willingness to attend school events outside regular hours as required (e.g., performances, parent-teacher interviews, open days, etc.).  

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.