ABOUT US

St Lucy’s School is a Catholic Independent School in the Dominican tradition, a community enriched by difference; inspiring learning for a life of purpose.

Our School values are Joy, Community, Courage and Truth. The Spirit is ever present here as we embrace the Joy of moments. We foster Community through connections, relationships and collaboration. We act with Courage to inspire risk taking for growth. We see to understand, respect and believe in Truth. We live Joy, foster Community, act with Courage, pursue the Truth.

We are committed to being a leading school in the education of children with disabilities, and to ensuring that our families receive the best support throughout their educational journey.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced PDHPE Teacher to teach at our Wahroonga campus and our northern beaches satellite classes on occasions, to commence Term 1, 2026, for a twelve-month contract working on a Thursday and Friday. The responsibility of the PDHPE teacher is to plan, evaluate and provide programs to improve the physical development, health, physical strength and fitness of students with disabilities. Develop and improve students gross motor and co-ordination skills, while building their positive self-image in a safe and secure environment.

The role develops appropriate PDHPE programs based on outcomes of the NESA (NSW Education Standards Authority) PDHPE syllabuses for all timetabled classes at Wahroonga and at the Satellites. Develop and implement Leisure and Recreational programs across Years 4-12. Collaborate with classroom teachers and work with our dedicated Teacher's Aides to enable students to achieve the outcomes of the PDHPE syllabus as adapted in St Lucy’s curriculum.

ABOUT YOU

The School’s core values are Joy, Community, Courage and Truth. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned with these values.

To be successful for this role, the following experience, skills and attributes are essential.​​​​​​:

Demonstrated commitment to student well-being and child safety.

Collaborative team member approach.

Possess a high level of written and verbal communication skills.

Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships.

Effective planning and organisational skills, including good time management skills.

Acts professionally and maintains confidentiality.

Obtain the necessary Qualifications including AUSTSWIM Qualifications.

Current Teacher Accreditation with NESA and a current Employee Working with Children Check.

Participation in co-curricular activities, camps and day trips/excursions.

A preparedness to embrace the ethos and values of St Lucy’s School.

The following experience, skills and attributes are desirable.​​:

Prior experience in Special Education in Primary or Secondary schools.

EXTRA BENEFITS OF WORKING AT ST LUCY’S

As a Public Benevolent Institution, we can offer to package up to $15,899 of your salary as a tax-free fringe benefit and this will increase your take home salary.

We offer Novated Leasing, this is a financial arrangement used to salary package a motor vehicle.

The school is a member of the Fitness Passport Program

17.5% annual leave loading

Close to public transport on Sydney's beautiful North Shore

Onsite car parking available

New purpose-built facilities

Personal Well-Being Initiatives and access to Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development Plans

Other Employee Benefits

HOW TO APPLY

Please see position description here.

Apply for this position on Seek by uploading the following documentation:

Resume

Covering Letter addressed to the Principal, David Raphael (no longer than two pages) which addresses:

The reason for your interest, and

Your demonstrated experience and skills in relation to the role.

The school is committed to the National Safeguarding Principles for Child Safe Organisations. To ensure the safeguarding of our students, all successful applicants will be required to have a current Working with Children Check. In addition, included throughout the recruitment process are checks of suitability for employment with children.

St Lucy's School policy requires staff to have received two (2) Covid-19 vaccine doses.

Applications close Wednesday 12 November 2026.