Tauranga Girls' College · Bay of Plenty
Health and Physical Education - Leader of Learning (HOD)
SecondaryFull time, PermanentLeadership units
Tauranga Girls’ College in Tauranga seeks an experienced Health and Physical Education leader for a permanent, full-time HOD role across Years 7–15. The position starts 28 January 2027 and includes three units and one middle management allowance. Applicants need a current New Zealand Teaching Council practising certificate and should bring strong inclusive, culturally responsive and evidence-informed leadership.
- Permanent full-time HOD position
- Three units and one MMA
- Start date: 28 January 2027
- Secondary Years 7–15 wharekura
Closes tomorrow
Applications close 6 Nov 2026, 5.00pm.
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About the role
Lead Health and Physical Education across Years 7–15 as Head of Department in a permanent, full-time role. The position begins on 28 January 2027 and includes three units and one middle management allowance.
What they’re looking for
- Experienced leader with strong pedagogical leadership
- Inclusive practice for diverse learning and wellbeing needs
- Knowledge of the refreshed New Zealand Curriculum
- Evidence-informed teaching and curriculum design
- Strategic resourcing and budget management experience
- Te Ao Māori and culturally responsive leadership
About the school
Tauranga Girls’ College is a secondary wharekura in Tauranga, Bay of Plenty. It describes itself as inclusive and focused on learner growth, achievement, wellbeing, identity, and belonging.
How to apply
Apply through the online application link with the required application materials; emailed CVs will not be accepted. Applications close on 6 November 2026, with interviews scheduled for 16 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Role
- Middle leadership
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Subjects
- Health and physical education
- Allowances
- 3x UNITS and 1 x MMA
- Listed
- 16 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Tauranga Girls’ College is a vibrant, inclusive school committed to empowering learners to have a positive impact. As a place of discovery, growth, and excellence, we are seeking an experienced and highly effective leader to join our dynamic team. We…”
The school
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 1,413
- Gender
- Girls School
- Address
- 930 Cameron Road, Gate Pa, Tauranga
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