Teacher of health and physical education

Burnside High School; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading coeducational school in New Zealand is seeking an enthusiastic teacher of health and physical education. The role emphasizes student engagement and requires contributions to the school's co-curricular life. This full-time position offers a supportive environment with pathways for professional development.

Benefits

Effective induction program

Staff wellbeing programme

Pathways and leadership opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching health and physical education.
• Commitment to student achievement and engagement.
• Willingness to contribute to extracurricular programs.

Responsibilities

• Teach health and physical education to secondary students.
• Engage students and promote their overall achievement.
• Contribute to the co-curricular life of the school.

Skills

Student engagement

Ability to contribute to co-curricular activities

Outdoor education

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Overview

Teacher of health and physical education

Full time, Permanent

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher

Health and physical education

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

Waimairi-iri Burnside High School is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated teacher who is focused on student engagement and achievement. A willingness to make a contribution to the rich co-curricular life of the school is essential.

We provide new teaching staff with an effective induction into our community, value and support all teachers through our staff wellbeing programme, and offer pathways and leadership opportunities.

We are seeking an experienced assistant teacher of physical education and health with outdoor education as a focus to commence at the start of term 1, 2026 (Wednesday 28 January 2026) or by negotiation.

You will join a high-performing, well-resourced faculty where you will be valued for your expertise and passion.

How to apply

Please email your cover letter, CV, and completed application form and direct enquiries to:

Physical address:
151 Greers Road, Burnside, Christchurch