Head of Department – Physical Education & Health

Samuel Marsden Collegiate School is widely regarded as one of Aotearoa’s leading independent schools for girls, from Year 1 to Year 13, with a proud history dating back to 1878.  Marsden aspires to lay the foundation for lives of meaning, accomplishment and genuine happiness within our faith-based values-forward environment.

Responsible to the deputy principal, the Head of Department – Physical Education & Health will provide inspirational leadership of the physical education and health curriculum across Years 7–13. The successful applicant will support and challenge our students to make the most of their potential, fostering a culture of participation, achievement, wellbeing and personal growth.

We are seeking a well-qualified and experienced teacher who is passionate about physical education and health, enjoys working with young people and is committed to delivering engaging, innovative and high-quality learning experiences. The successful applicant will have strong curriculum knowledge, excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, and the ability to lead, support and inspire colleagues.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established independent school with a strong sense of community, a clear vision for the future, high standards and a hauora-first ethos. This is a full-time position commencing at the beginning of Term 1 2027 and comes with two management units.

Applications will be considered as they are received. Relevant qualifications and experience are required, and safety checking is a condition of employment.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.