St Francis Xavier College is a large 7 -12 comprehensive Catholic secondary school which has served the people of Canberra for nearly 50 years. We are dedicated to a learning culture of innovation and excellence and in supporting our students to become confident, curious and resilient learners, and as such have become a destination school in the Belconnen region.
Salary Range: $94,596 to $141,638 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.
Employment Status:Full-time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable
About St Francis Xavier College
St Francis Xavier College is a large 7 -12 comprehensive Catholic secondary school which has served the people of Canberra for nearly 50 years. We are dedicated to a learning culture of innovation and excellence and in supporting our students to become confident, curious and resilient learners, and as such have become a destination school in the Belconnen region.
About the Role
This role is for a dedicated and dynamic teacher of Health and Physical Education. The position will suit a teacher who has the ability and commitment to teach HPE from Years 7 to 12. Knowledge and experience in teaching senior years is favourable.
The Health and Physical Education faculty comprises of a highly skilled, professional, creative and dynamic team who is passionate about the HPE curriculum. In conjunction with teaching the course, the teacher is charged with keeping up to date with changes in the curriculum and developing new resources.



Commitment to professional development is essential, as is excellent skills in the use of technology in the classroom. The successful applicant will have a genuine love of HPE and delight in the wonderful exploration of ideas in the classroom. As part of a vibrant team the successful applicant will contribute both professionally and collegially to the HPE team. Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills will be important, as well as a commitment to enhance learning in all facets of the HPE curriculum.
Benefits and Opportunities
Extensive training in our high-quality qualified learning program,Catalyst
Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice
24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
Support for professional development and study opportunities
Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
Free onsite parking
Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice

Qualifications and Eligibility
Bachelor of Education or Master in Teaching




ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance
ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration
Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

Application Process
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 College, please visit ourwebsite.Information about CACGEL can be accessedhere.
Position-specific queries:Michael Wilkie on ************ or via ******
Application queries:Recruitment Team on ************ or via ******

Applicant Information Pack
Florey, ACT St Francis Xavier College is a systemic Catholic co-educational college located in the Canberra suburb of Florey. The College caters for students from the Belconnen and Gungahlin areas and is part of the Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Catholic Education system (CEO). St Francis Xavier College has a population of 1,153 students and approximately 135 staff members.

📌 Health And Physical Education Teacher (Australia)
🏢 St Francis Xavier College ACT
📍 Australia