Assistant Head of Health and Physical Education

About Wakatipu High School

Wakatipu High School aims to provide the premier comprehensive education experience in Aotearoa New Zealand. Located in the scenic Wakatipu Basin near Queenstown, this co-educational institution has an expanding student body exceeding 1600 learners, supported by well-equipped facilities and a forward-thinking academic environment.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic educator to enhance our progressive Health and Physical Education learning area. The successful candidate will embrace a flexible, student-centred approach that promotes holistic development and future-ready skills. A commitment to pedagogical innovation, fostering growth mindsets, and building strong relationships with students and colleagues is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching in Physical Education or Outdoor Education at senior levels, with a preference for those able to deliver scholarship-level content.
• Integrate flexible learning strategies to support diverse student needs.
• Contribute actively to the school's vision of providing an all-round education.

Requirements

• The ability to teach Physical Education or Outdoor Education to senior students is mandatory.
• Experience or capability to teach scholarship courses is preferred.
• Applicants should specify any additional specialist subjects they can teach.

Additional Information

The position begins on 25 January 2027. Applications close at midday on Monday, 3 August.