Health & PE teacher (Transition - Year 12)
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 25 February 2027
Are you a passionate Health and Physical Education teacher who wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people? Palmerston Christian College is seeking an enthusiastic and committed teacher to work with students from Transition to Year 12.
<p>This is an opportunity to help students develop healthy habits, build confidence and discover their God given potential through engaging and purposeful learning.</p>
<p><strong>About Palmerston Christian College</strong></p>
<p>Palmerston Christian College is committed to high quality teaching, strong academic outcomes and a welcoming, family focused culture. We partner with parents to provide Christ centred pastoral care, nurture future leaders and equip students to make a positive difference in the world.</p>
<p>“At Palmerston Christian College, we encourage and support our staff to continue in their professional development and grow in all areas of their careers. We partner with parents to provide Christ centred, intentional pastoral care, focused academic growth, we develop future leaders and build strong community culture. We would love for you to join our college and enjoy all it has to offer.”<i> - Principal, Sonya Melhop</i></p>
<p><strong>About the role</strong></p>
<p>You will plan and deliver engaging Health and Physical Education lessons across Transition to Year 12, helping students develop physical literacy, understand personal wellbeing and make informed choices about healthy living.</p>
<p>Working collaboratively with colleagues, you will create an inclusive learning environment that encourages participation, teamwork and respect.</p>
<p><strong>About you</strong></p>
<p>You are an energetic and thoughtful educator who can engage students across different ages and abilities. You value teamwork, inclusive teaching and the role of Health and PE in supporting lifelong wellbeing.</p>
<p>You will ideally have:</p>
<ul>
<li>Appropriate teaching qualifications and current teacher registration, or eligibility for registration in the Northern Territory.</li>
<li>The ability to teach Health and Physical Education across a range of year levels.</li>
<li>Strong communication, organisation and classroom management skills.</li>
<li>A commitment to student wellbeing and inclusive teaching practices.</li>
<li>The ability to work collaboratively as part of a professional team.</li>
<li>A genuine commitment to the Christian ethos and mission of NT Christian Schools.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Why join NT Christian Schools?</strong></p>
<p>Join a school community where your work contributes to students’ learning, character development and faith.</p>
<p>Benefits may include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Six weeks of annual leave plus stand down periods, in accordance with applicable employment arrangements.</li>
<li>12% employer superannuation contribution.</li>
<li>Fifteen days of personal leave annually.</li>
<li>Long Service Leave pro rata after five years of continuous service.</li>
<li>Up to 18 weeks of paid maternity leave for eligible employees</li>
<li>Professional development opportunities, including in person conferences and online learning.</li>
<li>Tuition discounts for children attending an NT Christian School.</li>
<li>Salary sacrificing options and access to employee wellbeing counselling.</li>
<li>Relocation assistance for eligible applicants moving to the Northern Territory.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Ready to make a difference?</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://jobs.ntchristianschools.com.au/index.cfm?fuseaction=currentEmployment" rel="nofollow">Apply now, </a>Adventure Awaits !</p>
<p>For enquiries, contact Human Resources at <a href="mailto:human.resources@ntchristianschools.com.au?subject=Health%20%26%20PE%20teacher%20%28Transition%20-%20Year%2012%29%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">human.resources@ntchristianschools.com.au</a>.</p>
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