Job Description

At Rangi Ruru Girls' School, we are committed to inspiring, challenging and empowering girls to release their potential through a diverse range of quality experiences. We are seeking an outstanding and visionary educator to lead our Physical Education and Health Learning Area.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate teacher who is committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning programmes and fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation and student success.
The successful applicant will provide strategic and professional leadership of the department, fostering a culture of excellence in teaching and learning while supporting staff development and student achievement across all year levels.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage the Physical Education and Health Learning Area.
• Support excellence in teaching, learning, assessment and curriculum development.
• Foster collaboration, innovation and professional growth within the department.
• Monitor and promote student achievement and engagement.
• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school.
• Build strong relationships with students, whānau and colleagues.

We're looking for someone who is:
• A qualified and registered teacher in New Zealand.
• An experienced and effective classroom practitioner.
• Passionate about Physical Education, Health and student wellbeing.
• An outstanding leader with strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Committed to fostering a positive and collaborative team culture.
• Innovative, reflective and future-focused in their practice.
• Committed to the values, culture and vision of Rangi Ruru Girls' School.

The Head of Learning Area role carries 2 Management Units (MU) and 3 periods of time allowance.

For the successful candidate, this role may also include the fixed-term Head of Junior Physical Education position for 2027, which carries an additional 1 Management Unit and 2 periods of time allowance.

If you are passionate about PE & Health, learning and empowering young people to achieve their best, we would love to hear from you.

Job Details

Job Location

59 Hewitts Road, Merivale, Christchurch

Job Classification

Head / Director of Department

Job Status

Full-Time

Contractual Status

Permanent

Start Date
25
January
2027
Educational Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Experience Required

3 – 5 Years

Certifications Required

Valid NZ Teacher Registration

About the School

Canterbury
Year 7 to 13
Christian
Girls

Rangi Ruru Girls' School

59 Hewitts Road, Merivale, Christchurch 8014

Principal:

Tracy Herft

Email:

office@rangiruru.school.nz

Phone:

03 983 3700

School roll:

705

Established

1889

How to Apply

Application Instructions

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Closing Date
19
November
2026