Teacher of Physical Education

Burnside High School; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnside High School in Christchurch is seeking a dedicated Teacher of Physical Education to join our Physical Education Faculty. You will teach Physical Education across a range of year levels and support students to achieve their best in a welcoming, high‑quality learning environment.

The position is full-time and fixed-term from 28 January to 14 December 2027, focused on delivering inclusive, curriculum-aligned lessons and culturally responsive teaching in partnership with colleagues and

Qualifications

• Must be a certificated teacher with a PE specialization.
• Ability to teach PE across a range of year levels.
• Commitment to culturally responsive teaching and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Collaborates with colleagues and supports students to achieve their best.
• Strong classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach Physical Education to Year 7–15.
• Engage and motivate students through inclusive classroom practice.
• Contribute to the wider PE Faculty and the life of the school.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff and whānau.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Classroom management

Culturally responsive teaching

Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Relationship building

Education

Certificated teacher

Physical Education teaching

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 27/01/2027, End Date: 14/12/2027 (To cover for staff members with fixed term duties)

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
Health and physical education

This is an exciting opportunity to work at one of New Zealand's leading coeducational schools.

Burnside High School is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Teacher of Physical Education to join our Physical Education Faculty. This is a full-time, fixed-term position from 28 January to 14 December 2027, supporting high-quality teaching and learning within our Physical Education programme.

The successful applicant will be able to teach Physical Education across a range of year levels, with the ability to engage and motivate students through well-planned, inclusive, and effective classroom practice. You will contribute positively to the wider Faculty and the life of the school, working collaboratively with colleagues and supporting students to achieve their best.

We are seeking a reflective and student-focused teacher who demonstrates strong curriculum knowledge, effective classroom management, and a commitment to culturally responsive teaching and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. The ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and whānau is essential.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive and high-performing school environment, with a strong focus on professional practice and student success.

Physical address:
151 Greers Road, Burnside, Christchurch