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HOD physical education and health

HOD physical education and health

Oxford Area SchoolCanterbury, New Zealand
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HOD Physical Education and Health

Location : Oxford Area School, Canterbury – 52 km west of Christchurch. The school has a roll of approximately 530 students.

Position : Full‑time, permanent, Head of Department, Physical Education and Health, beginning in Term 1, 2026.

We are seeking an exceptional, certified teacher with senior‑level experience in health and physical education. The successful candidate will hold 2MU + 1MMA qualifications.

Responsibilities :

  • Lead and develop the physical education and health curriculum for Years 7–15.
  • Teach classroom and co‑curriculum programmes, including the outdoor pursuits and leisure course.
  • Mentor staff and students to foster a culture of lifelong learning and well‑being.

Qualifications and Requirements :

  • Fully certificated teacher in New Zealand.
  • Experience in senior‑level teaching and departmental leadership.
  • 2MU + 1MMA or equivalent professional credentials.
  • How to Apply

    Postal Address :

    52 Bay Road, Oxford, 7430

    Please send your completed application forms and CV to :

    Executive Assistant

    52 Bay Road, Oxford

    (03) 312 4197

    Download our application form

    Oxford Area School Teaching Position Application Form 1 v23

    Vacancy reference # : 1HAqEC

    School Details

    Type : Composite

    Authority : State

    Gender : Co‑Ed

    Decile : 0

    Roll : 523

    Website :

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