Leader of learning physical education and health

Leader of learning physical education and health

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date : 27 / 01 / 2026, End Date : 11 / 12 / 2025 (Fixed term 1 year, staffing and future restructure considered.)

Area / composite (Years 1–15), Certificated teacher

Health and physical education

2 MUs negotiable

Taipa Area School, guided by our vision, 'Kia ngātahi te hoe, kia whakatere te waka ki uta' (navigate together for success), is seeking a full-time Teacher of Physical Education and Health to join our team for a fixed-term position covering the 2026 school year.

We are looking for an experienced and relationally-driven educator to teach Health and Physical Education to students from Y7–13, with responsibility for planning, teaching, and assessment for NCEA Levels 1-3. A proven track record of delivering excellent lessons, with students showing clear progress against the New Zealand Curriculum, is essential.

For candidates with proven leadership experience, a possible Leader of Learning position (2 management units negotiable) is available, depending on your expertise. Please state your other subject strengths in your application.

The physical education and health department is well-resourced, featuring a large Sports Hall, a newly developed Ki o Rahi pitch, and modern equipment to support engaging, innovative learning.

As a teacher at Taipa Area School, you will actively promote the school values of manaakitanga, painga and mahitahi. We are committed to culturally responsive teaching and expect engagement with the Ngāti Kahu community, integrating te ao Māori into everyday teaching practices while building strong, genuine relationships with students, staff, and whānau.

The fixed-term nature of this role is for one year, pending staffing and a possible future restructure.

We invite you to apply if you are a passionate educator committed to high-quality teaching.

How to apply

Please send your Cover letter, CV, application pack and direct enquiries to :

Physical address : 578 State Highway 10, Taipa

Postal Address : 578 State Highway 10, Taipa, 0420

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