Job Description
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.
A detailed position description is available on our website www.marsden.school.nz
Job Details
Job Location
Marsden Avenue
Job Classification
Head / Director of Department
Job Status
Full-Time
Contractual Status
Permanent
Start Date
Educational Requirements
Bachelor's Degree
Experience Required
3 – 5 Years
Certifications Required
Valid NZ Teacher Registration
About the School

Samuel Marsden Collegiate School
Samuel Marsden Collegiate School, Marsden Avenue, Karori, Wellington 6012
Principal:
Paula Wells
Email:
info@marsden.school.nz
Phone:
04 476 8707
School roll:
395
Established
1878
How to Apply
Application Instructions
To apply, please send a covering letter together with your CV to the Principal at employment@marsden.school.nz. Please include the names of two professional referees who may be contacted if you are shortlisted. Applications close Friday 23 October 2026 and 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.
