Head of physical education and health

1 week ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Scots College Full time

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Middle leadership

Health and physical education
2MU

We are seeking an inspired educator to lead and coordinate the physical education and health learning area for the middle and senior schools (7-13). This is a full-time, permanent appointment which will commence in time for the start of term 3, Friday 18 July 2025.

With a national and international reputation for excellence, Scots College is a world-class independent school with a strong Presbyterian heritage. A co-educational, IB World School in Wellington New Zealand, Scots comprises three schools in one; junior (1-6), middle (7-10) and senior (11-13). We provide our students with an excellent and holistic education within a vibrant learning environment, our aim being to allow them to contribute as global citizens who think creatively, reason critically, communicate effectively and develop the necessary skills to learn. For life.

Scots College offers dual pathway options for its senior students, delivering both NCEA and the IB Diploma. We are also fully authorised for the delivery of the Middle Years and the Primary Years Programmes.

Applicants should have:

  • Preferably a current NZ practising certificate and the right to work in New Zealand
  • Experience or willingness to lead an important curriculum area
  • A passion for, and the ability to promote physical education and health in the College
  • Superior communication, interpersonal, organisational and time management skills
  • A desire to foster excellence
  • The ability to promote learning
  • The ability to manage and motivate students and staff
  • The ability to be supportive of focused change
  • A commitment to our special character and co-curricular programmes
  • A commitment to the College's desire to promote international mindedness and multi-cultural understanding, and the wellbeing of students

If you are motivated by the prospect of being a part of a dynamic teaching environment and would enjoy the challenges of this exciting role, then we would be delighted to hear from you.

How to apply

Applications are to include a covering letter and your current CV (stating teacher certification details, all teaching subjects, and the details of at least two contactable, recent referees). Applications are to be submitted electronically to:

Physical address:
1 Monorgan Road, Strathmore, Wellington

Postal Address:
PO Box 15064, Miramar, Wellington, 6243

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