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Physical education and health teacher
Timaru Girls' High School
Canterbury
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NZD 35,000 - 55,000
Full time
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Job summary
An established community school is seeking an enthusiastic physical education and health teacher to cover a fixed-term parental leave. This role is ideal for those passionate about fostering healthy relationships and promoting outdoor education among students. The school emphasizes a supportive learning culture and values leadership, making it an exciting environment for both students and educators alike. Join a dedicated team and contribute to the holistic development of young women in a vibrant coastal city known for its stunning natural beauty.
Qualifications
- Enthusiastic teacher of physical education and health required.
- Experience with NZ Curriculum is essential.
Responsibilities
- Teach physical education and health to secondary students.
- Cover parental leave from July 2025 to July 2026.
Skills
Education
Job description
https://gazette.education.govt.nz/vacancies/1HAnLt-physical-education-and-health-teacher/
https://gazette.education.govt.nz/vacancies/1HAnLt-physical-education-and-health-teacher/
Timaru Girls' High School Canterbury
Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/07/2025, End Date: 03/07/2026 (Parental leave)
Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
Health and physical education
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We are seeking an enthusiastic and energetic teacher of physical education, including outdoor education, and health to join our team to cover fixed term parental leave, starting 28 July 2025 to the end of term 2 in 2026.
Curriculum experience and sound knowledge of the NZC required.
Timaru Girls’ High School was established in 1880. We are a strong community school that places an emphasis on building healthy relationships with every girl. Our four guiding pou are:
- Tūrangawaewae – Community
- Mana Wahine – Leadership
- Whai Ako – Learning Culture
- Mana Tuku Iho – Heritage
TGHS is a state day and boarding school catering for girls from Y9–13.
15% of our students declare themselves as Māori, and our Pasifika community makes up 7% of our student roll.
The school is situated in the heart of Timaru, an attractive city of 48,400 people, on the east coast of the South Island about half-way between Christchurch and Dunedin. As well as being located on the coastline within minutes of the beach and harbour, Timaru provides easy access to the mountains, lakes and ski fields of the Mackenzie country little more than an hour inland.
Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:
Janine Quigley
PO Box 558, Parkside, Timaru
jquigley@timarugirls.school.nz
(03) 688 1122
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Vacancy reference #: 1HAnLt
Listed 10:28 am 06 May 2025 Closes 5 pm 30 May 2025 Find out about writing CVs on careersTimaru Girls' High School NZ
Type: Secondary (Year 9-15)
Authority: State
Gender: Female
Decile: 0
Roll: 485
Website: http://www.timarugirls.school.nz
School number: 361
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Physical address:
Cain Street, Timaru
Postal Address:
PO Box 558, Timaru, 7940
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