The Opportunity

Carey Baptist College Forrestdale, a private coeducational Christian school with open enrollment, is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Head of Year and Health & Physical Education Teacher to join our vibrant and growing community.

This dual role is ideal for a passionate educator who thrives on mentoring students, fostering their well-being, and promoting a culture of health, fitness, and holistic development. This position is ongoing full-time appointment commencing January 2025.

About the role

Situated in the stunning natural bushland of our Forrestdale campus, Carey Baptist College offers an exceptional learning environment enriched by the recent opening of our state-of-the-art Sports Gymnasium and upgraded playing fields. This exciting time in our College’s growth also includes the rollout of our Specialist Basketball and Specialist Volleyball programs, designed to inspire students to excel both on and off the court.

As Head of Year, you will lead the pastoral care, well-being, and development of a specific year group, supporting their academic, social, and emotional growth. This role involves mentoring students, working closely with parents and staff, and implementing programs that cultivate positive behavior, resilience, and a strong sense of community.

In your role as a Physical Education Teacher, you will deliver engaging lessons across our well-established Health and Physical Education programs, fostering a love for fitness, teamwork, and personal growth. You will also have the opportunity to engage with our renowned ‘Go Outside, Grow Inside’ Outdoor Education programs, which encourage students to connect with nature and develop leadership skills in the great outdoors.

Strong organizational and communication skills are essential, along with a genuine passion for helping students achieve their potential. Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Leading and mentoring a specific year group, ensuring their holistic development and well-being.
• Delivering high-quality Health & Physical Education lessons that inspire students to embrace active, healthy lifestyles.
• Supporting the rollout of the College’s Specialist Basketball and Volleyball programs.
• Promoting participation in sports, extracurricular activities, and outdoor education initiatives.
• Collaborating with colleagues to innovate and enhance Health, Outdoor and Physical Education and pastoral care programs.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of state of the art facilities, promote innovative sports programs, and make a meaningful impact on student well-being and achievement within a vibrant and supportive school community.

Simply hit apply to submit your application, or reach out to at joinus@carey.wa.edu.au. Please note, we reserve the right to close the advertisement prior to the advertised date