Specialist Release Teacher - Health and Physical Education
Job Description
Specialist Release Teacher - Health and Physical Education Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 16/12/2027 (Special Project ) Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled specialist release teacher to lead health and physical education across our middle and senior school. The ideal candidate will be relational, collaborative, and inclusive, with the ability to build strong connections with students and staff while creating a positive, engaging learning environment. You will bring excellent behaviour management, flexibility, and a team‑focused approach, supporting colleagues and contributing to a cohesive, high‑functioning teaching team. A strong knowledge base and practical skill set across a range of sports codes is essential, along with a genuine passion for sport, coaching, and promoting active, healthy lifestyles. This role also requires someone confident in leading staff professional development in health and physical education, helping to grow capability and strengthen consistent, high‑quality practice across the kura. If you are a committed educator who thrives on teamwork, values inclusive practice, and brings energy and expertise to HPE, we would love to hear from you. Physical address: 151 Greerton Road, Greerton, Tauranga #J-18808-Ljbffr