Cranbrook School is seeking an outstanding and motivated educator to join our Senior School team as Assistant Head of Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE), commencing Term 1, 2027. The successful applicant will combine a full-time teaching role with formal leadership responsibility within the PDHPE Department.

ABOUT THE POSITION

This is a full-time position based at the Senior School campus in Bellevue Hill, reporting to the Head of Department, PDHPE. The Assistant Head will support the academic leadership, organisation and continuous improvement of the School’s PDHPE programs across the secondary years.

Working closely with the Head of Department, the role will help ensure coherent curriculum planning, high-quality teaching, valid and reliable assessment, consistent teacher judgement, accurate reporting and robust student achievement across both classroom and practical learning.

A particular priority in 2027 will be supporting implementation of the revised NESA PDHPE 7-10 syllabus, including program development, assessment review, staff support and alignment with the School’s broader academic priorities and the IB Middle Years Programme where relevant. The Assistant Head will also contribute to the safe and effective delivery of practical curriculum activities and appropriate risk-management processes.

The role will support departmental operations including program review, assessment and moderation, analysis of student performance, resource and equipment planning, staff mentoring and induction, and liaison with the Head of Department regarding class organisation and staffing.

Teachers at Cranbrook take an active and enthusiastic part in the full life of the School, including involvement in the School’s co-curricular program requiring work outside normal teaching hours.

Cranbrook School teachers enjoy a stimulating work environment as part of a team of talented professionals, excellent opportunities for professional development, and attractive remuneration and benefits.

ABOUT YOU

You are an accomplished PDHPE educator and emerging or experienced middle leader with a robust understanding of contemporary health and physical education. You combine excellent classroom and practical teaching with sound judgement,



organisation and a collaborative approach to leadership. You are committed to high academic standards, continual professional development and the growth of young people.

SELECTION CRITERIA

- NESA accreditation to teach in New South Wales, required.
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching PDHPE in a secondary school setting, including both classroom-based and practical learning.
- Demonstrated leadership experience, or strong potential for leadership, within a department or faculty.
- Strong knowledge of NESA curriculum and assessment requirements, including the capacity to support implementation of the revised PDHPE 7-10 syllabus.
- Capacity to support coherent curriculum planning, rigorous and valid assessment design, moderation, reporting and consistent professional judgement across the Department.
- Understanding of safe practice and appropriate risk management in practical PDHPE learning environments.
- Ability to analyse student achievement data and use evidence to identify curriculum, teaching, intervention or extension priorities.
- Capacity to mentor and support colleagues, including new and early-career teachers, and to contribute positively to professional learning within the Department.
- Ability to work constructively with the Head of Department and colleagues across the School, balancing initiative with collaborative decision-making.
- Experience teaching Stage 6 Health and Movement Science, or equivalent senior secondary PDHPE courses, is highly regarded.
- Experience with IB MYP approaches to teaching, learning or assessment is desirable but not essential.
- Confident and purposeful use of digital learning platforms to support teaching, learning, assessment and feedback.
- Current First Aid and CPR qualifications, or willingness to obtain and maintain them.
- A firm commitment to child safety, safeguarding and appropriate professional conduct when working with young people.





HOW TO APPLY Applications should include a resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and reasons for your interest in the position. Applications should be submitted via email to [email protected] Interviews will be conducted as applications are received, early applications are encouraged.

Details of at least three referees will be requested from the successful applicant.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Monday, 16 November 2026

ABOUT CRANBROOK SCHOOL

Founded in 1918, Cranbrook School is a multi-campus Anglican independent day and boarding school for students in Pre-School to Year 12. In 2026, the School welcomed girls into Years 7 and 11, with full coeducation across the campus by 2029.

Guided by its enduring vision to be a world-class school that nurtures and enables every student to fulfil their potential and thrive, Cranbrook offers a values-led education enriched by academic excellence and extensive sporting and co-curricular opportunities. The School’s motto, esse quam videri – “to be, rather than to seem to be” – underpins its commitment to authenticity, character and service. This well-rounded educational approach provides an educational experience that celebrates each individual and prepares every Cranbrookian for a purposeful life of contribution within and beyond the School gates.

Overlooking Sydney Harbour and set on approximately 13 hectares in one of Sydney's most prestigious eastern suburbs, the School currently educates over 1,800 students across four campuses: two Pre-Schools – St Michael's and St Mark's – a Junior School campus in Rose Bay, and the Senior School Campus in Bellevue Hill. The School's two Boarding Houses provide care and accommodation for 75 students from Years 7 to 12.

Cranbrook School is a child safe organisation. We actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students and are committed to protecting our students from abuse and harm.

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK AND WORKING RIGHTS The successful applicant for this position will be required to hold a current NSW Working with Children Check clearance. Applicants must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or hold a visa with appropriate working rights.

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