Primary School Teacher: Health & Physical Education

Oxley Christian College is an independent, coeducational school in the outer eastern suburbs of Melbourne.

We are a vibrant, growing community with around 1100 students enjoying excellent programs from Early Learning (Oxley Kids) through to VCE (Year 12). A supportive culture, modern facilities and beautiful grounds provide a dynamic teaching and learning environment.

If you have a passion for Christian education and can wholeheartedly engage in the school’s expression of faith and its faith practices, we would love to hear from you.

Our Junior School is a vibrant and inclusive primary school dedicated to fostering holistic development in young learners. We are proud to uphold Christian values and believe in nurturing students with a Biblical worldview.

We consider Health and Physical Education as an integral part of a well-rounded education and are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate Health and Physical Education Teacher who shares our values to join our Junior School (Prep – Year 6) team fulltime at 0.8 – 1.0 FTE, commencing in January 2026.

An earlier start date in Term 4, 2025 can be negotiated with the successful candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Health and Physical Education teacher in our Junior School, you will play a crucial role in shaping the physical well-being and healthy habits of our students.

• Teaching and Planning:

1. Designing, implementing, and regularly updating comprehensive health and physical education curriculum in alignment with the Australian curriculum for students in Prep to Year 6.
2. Conducting engaging and age-appropriate health and physical education classes that focus on skill development, sportsmanship and fitness.
3. Assessing students’ progress and providing constructive feedback to support their growth, while ensuring alignment with the Australian curriculum standards and our Christian values
4. Organise and supervise sports activities and events, with an emphasis on character development and spiritual growth.
5. Planning and teaching Health lessons that include social-emotional learning to promote students’ overall well-being and character development.

• Biblical Perspective: Integrate Biblical principles and a Christian worldview into the curriculum, fostering spiritual and moral development among students.
• Upholding College Values: Demonstrate a strong commitment to upholding the values and ethos of Oxley Christian College, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Classroom Management: Maintain a well organised and positive classroom environment conducive to learning, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all students.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and the broader school community to support the holistic development of students.

Requirements:

• Bachelor degree in Health and Physical Education, Primary Education, or a related field (with teaching qualifications).
• Experience teaching primary school students, preferably in an Australian Curriculum based setting.
• Ability to teach from a Biblical perspective and integrate Christian values into teaching practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to professional development and continuous learning.
• Graduates are welcome to apply.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are invited to complete the brief Teaching Employment Application Form found using this link at www.oxley.vic.edu.au and submit as instructed, along with a cover letter and resume to employment@oxley.vic.edu.au.

• Applicants must be a qualified teacher and hold a current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
• Closing date for applications is Monday 25 August 2025.
• Applicants are advised the position may be interviewed and appointed prior to the closing date.
• Applicants who choose not to submit an Application Form may not be contacted.

For enquiries, please contact 03 9727 9900 or employment@oxley.vic.edu.au.

Child Safe Requirements 

In accordance with the Oxley Christian College ethos, all employees are required to comply with the College Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct (available on the College website), and other requirements of the Victorian Child Safe Standards. 

The position requirements, duties and responsibilities involve child-connected work. All employees are required to hold and maintain essential or relevant qualifications, and hold and demonstrate the necessary experience and attributes, in relation to child safety. Hence, employees are expected to provide a child safe environment in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.