Health and Physical Education and Pasifika Dance Teacher

Marlborough Girls' College; Blenheim; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Marlborough Girls' College invites an enthusiastic and qualified Health and Physical Education teacher to join our permanent, full-time team starting 28 January 2027. You will contribute to a vibrant learning culture in a beautiful Marlborough setting.

You will deliver engaging HPE programmes, support Pasifika Dance opportunities, and foster inclusive, culturally responsive classrooms while building strong relationships with students, whānau, and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with valid teaching status.
• Experience delivering Health and Physical Education at secondary level preferred.
• Ability to create engaging, inclusive learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Health and Physical Education teaching and learning.
• Support and contribute to Pasifika Dance opportunities and performances.
• Create inclusive, culturally responsive learning environments.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support student success.
• Demonstrate a commitment to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and inclusive practice.

Skills

Health and physical education

Teaching

Student wellbeing

Relationship building

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

Marlborough Girls' College is seeking an enthusiastic and qualified teacher to join our Health and Physical Education team in a permanent, full-time position commencing 28 January 2027.

At MGC, our values of kotahitanga, whanaungatanga, and manaakitanga underpin everything we do. We are committed to creating a learning environment where young women are supported, challenged, and inspired to achieve their best.

This role offers the opportunity to deliver engaging Health and Physical Education programmes while also contributing to our vibrant Pasifika Dance programme. The successful applicant will be a passionate educator who can foster student wellbeing, encourage participation, and build strong relationships with students, whānau, and colleagues.

The successful candidate will:

• deliver high-quality Health and Physical Education teaching and learning
• support and contribute to Pasifika Dance opportunities and performances
• create inclusive, culturally responsive learning environments
• work collaboratively with colleagues to support student success
• demonstrate a commitment to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and inclusive practice.

Marlborough Girls' College offers a supportive and future-focused environment with opportunities for professional growth, innovation, and collaboration. You will also enjoy the lifestyle and natural beauty of the Marlborough region, one of New Zealand's most desirable places to live and work.

Marlborough Girls' College is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all students and follows safer recruitment practices, including police vetting.