Head of PDHPE

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Wenona School Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Wenona is seeking a dynamic and experienced educator to lead our PDHPE faculty. This is a unique opportunity to champion excellence in teaching and learning and shape a vibrant, inclusive culture across Years 7–12.

As Head of PDHPE, you will provide strategic and instructional leadership, guide curriculum delivery, and inspire a high-performing team to deliver contemporary, differentiated learning experiences. You will bring deep expertise in NESA and HSC requirements, model exemplary practice, and foster a collaborative and professional environment with a strong emphasis on student wellbeing and continuous improvement.

The Position

  • Provide leadership and oversight of all PDHPE teaching and learning, ensuring excellence in curriculum delivery and assessment.
  • Model best practice in the classroom and foster a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
  • Support and mentor teachers through professional development, feedback, and shared learning approaches.
  • Ensure differentiated strategies and the effective use of ICT to meet diverse student needs and enhance engagement.
  • Champion student wellbeing and social-emotional learning as integral to academic success.
  • Contribute to the wider life of the school through Co-Curricular involvement, events, and professional learning initiatives.

This is a permanent teacher position with a five-year leadership contract looking to commence in Term

About You

To be successful in this role, you will hold a relevant teaching qualification with current NESA accreditation and bring strong curriculum and assessment knowledge, particularly in HSC practices. Experience with HSC marking, K–12 teaching, or the PYP will be advantageous. You will be a collaborative educator with excellent communication skills, a proactive approach to teaching and learning, and a commitment to continuous professional growth. Above all, you will foster a supportive, engaging environment that reflects Wenona's values.

Benefits We Offer

  • Strong culture of teamwork and professional development support.
  • Access to professional growth and staff development learning experiences.
  • Access to Fitness Passport, EAP and onsite annual flu vaccinations.
  • Staff discounts, onsite gym and pool facilities and morning tea provided.

Application Process

Applications should be submitted via Wenona Careers and include a resume, a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the position, copies of qualifications and names of two referees.

This role requires the successful applicant to hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check, valid NSW Police Check.

Wenona is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.

Wenona School is a child safe environment. Our School actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all School staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm, in accordance with their legal and ethical obligations including child safe standards. Wenona's Code of Conduct is available on our website. The successful applicant for this position will be required to provide the School with a current Working with Children Check. )

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