PE Pathways Coordinator

Salary Range: $141,106 full-time equivalent plus superannuation

Employment Status: Full-time

Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident

Start Date: January 2026, Term One

About St Mary MacKillop College

St Mary MacKillop College is Canberra’s largest secondary school, operating across two campuses: Years 7 to 9 at our Padua Campus in Wanniassa, and Years 10 to 12 at our St Peter’s Campus in Isabella Plains. As part of the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG), we are connected to a wider network of 56 Catholic schools and nine Early Learning Centres across the region. Our diverse and talented teaching staff brings a wealth of experience and expertise from many different backgrounds, creating a friendly and supportive environment that enriches learning. We offer a wide range of curriculum options, excellent facilities, and numerous co-curricular opportunities. At MacKillop, we provide staff with pathways to leadership, access to professional learning and wellbeing programs, flexible working arrangements, and support for those transitioning from primary to secondary teaching. We are proud of our inclusive, welcoming community and our strong culture of quality teaching and learning, committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where every student can thrive.

About the Role

The PE Pathways Coordinator is a member of the Curriculum Leadership Team, responsible for leading and overseeing the design and delivery of a specialised program for students in Years 10 to 12 who are engaged in state or national sporting pathways and aspiring to compete at an elite level beyond school. This role involves managing an individualised curriculum that supports each student’s academic success, athletic development, and training commitments, while aligning with the College’s teaching and learning priorities. The successful applicant will be an energetic and collaborative leader who demonstrates strong pedagogical practice, effective team leadership, and the ability to build connections with external sporting organisations to enhance program outcomes. Expertise in sports science, athlete development, and long-term athlete education within a school setting will be highly regarded.

Benefits and Opportunities

- Extensive training in our high-quality professional 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

- Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications

- Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching

- Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance

- Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration

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 in accordance with CECG policy.

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care. For further information about the School, please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here.

Position-specific queries: Please contact Lachlan McNicol on 02 6209 0124 or via email Lachlan.McNicol@mackillop.act.edu.au.
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 026234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.

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