PDHPE and VET Teacher (Fitness and/or Sports Coaching)

Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: PDHPE , VET

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 4 May 2026

Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood

Start Date: Monday, 18 May 2026

Application Closing Date: Monday, 4 May 2026

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

This is a permanent, full-time position and there is also the possibility of a 2pt Wellbeing Leadership role - please indicate your interest and experience in your application, if applicable.

About Our School

Join the exceptional team at Southern Cross Catholic College (SCCC) - crowned Secondary School of the Year (non-government) at the Australian Education Awards. SCCC provides Sydney's premier personalised applied learning approach for students in Years 10 to 12 seeking specialised education pathways in Vocational Education. Southern Cross Catholic College is an inclusive faith learning community where the dignity of all is respected. The College is committed to developing in our students the skills to be confident and creative learners in the world in which they live for today and tomorrow. The Southern Cross Advantage allows students to combine studies for senior school qualifications with higher-level national qualifications, graduating work-ready and with dual qualifications.

About You

Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood is seeking an enthusiastic PDHPE Teacher with a willingness to teach VET courses. You will be a dynamic educator, keen to engage and inspire our students and deliver a curriculum that caters for students with different learning styles. You will also play a vital part in developing and implementing effective lesson plans to ensure high-quality student learning and engagement.

Essential Criteria:

• support the Catholic ethos of the College
• a tertiary qualification in Education and NESA accreditation
• expertise in PDHPE, with a willingness to teach VET subjects including Fitness and Sports Coaching
• strong classroom management and student well-being focus
• ability to work autonomously and also to work positively and collaboratively as part of a team
• have a commitment to supporting student learning in a unique and innovative learning environment
• have flexibility of hours, with block delivery classes.

Desirable:

• ability to teach additional subject areas, including Religion.

Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools

Joining Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) means being part of NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. We offer job mobility, career diversity, and extensive professional development programs. We offer:

• remuneration package valued at up to $145,080 ($167,636 for 2pt leadership position). Base salary ranges from $90,177 to $129,536
• salary packaging up to $15,900 annually
• up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students
• ongoing training and professional development
• Fitness Passport, wellbeing products and more
• generous Employee Referral Program.

Application Process

Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:

• current CV and cover letter
• academic transcripts and statement of previous service
• three referees, including your current employer/principal.

Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People & Culture Services team.

If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People & Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety Click here to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.

Working With Children Check (WWCC) This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.

*SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.*

Southern Cross Catholic College provides the premier personalised applied learning approach in Sydney for students in Years 10 to 12 seeking a specialised education in trades, technologies, creative industries and the performing arts. With a focus on empowering the individual, the college offers students a variety of career pathways, including access to Traineeships and Apprenticeships.

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Secondary
Gender: Coed

155 Students
40 Teaching Staff
24 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

Offers VET