Physical Education (PE) Coach

Apex Stellenbosch Primary | Grades 1–7

Energetic and passionate about sport and working with children? Join our team and help our scholars grow in physical skills, confidence, teamwork and sportsmanship.

What you'll do

• Plan and facilitate structured, age-appropriate PE lessons for Grades 1–7.
• Develop scholars' motor skills, coordination, fitness and teamwork.
• Keep scholar’s safe and ensure sporting equipment is used correctly.
• Assist with school sporting events, extracurricular activities and fixtures.
• Encourage participation, inclusivity and a love for physical activity.
• Help build the school's sporting culture and support future sports programmes.

Who we're looking for

• Matric required.
• Sports coaching, PE or related training and First Aid certification are advantageous.
• Experience in sports coaching, playing competitive sport or school/club sport; experience with children aged 6–13 or teaching PE is beneficial.
• Fluent in English; Afrikaans and/or isiXhosa advantageous.
• Energetic, patient and enthusiastic, with strong group management and communication skills.
• Able to adapt activities for different ages, fitness levels and abilities, and manage large groups positively and safely.
• Takes initiative, works independently, collaborates well and upholds our school values: Grit, Responsibility, Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Respect and Authenticity.

Practical bits

• Based at Apex Stellenbosch Primary, Koelenhof Road, Stellenbosch.
• Appointment subject to satisfactory safeguarding and background checks, including the relevant child protection clearances.

How to apply

Email your CV and a short motivation letter to the principal, Tanya Schilder, at tschilder@apexstellenbosch.org.

Subject line: 2027 Physical Education Coach
Applications close: 17 November 2026

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