Whakatane High School · Bay of Plenty
Outdoor Education, Physical Education and Health Teacher
SecondaryFull-time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcome
Whakatāne High School in the Eastern Bay of Plenty is seeking a full-time, permanent teacher for outdoor education, physical education and health across Years 7–15. The role starts on 28 January 2027 and is open to beginning teachers. Applicants should be culturally responsive, build strong relationships, support improved outcomes for Māori students, and contribute to co-curricular activities.
- Outdoor education, physical education and health
- Full-time permanent position
- Starts 28 January 2027
- Open to beginning teachers
Closes in 12 days
Applications close 17 Nov 2026, 4pm.
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About the role
Teach outdoor education, physical education and health across a secondary school setting. This is a full-time permanent position starting 28 January 2027, with involvement in the school’s co-curricular activities.
What they’re looking for
- Qualified and adaptable outdoor education, physical education and health teacher
- Strong relationship-building skills
- Culturally responsive practice
- Experience improving outcomes for Māori students
- Willingness to contribute to co-curricular activities
- Beginning teachers are welcome to apply
About the school
Whakatane High School is a co-educational Years 7–15 wharekura with about 1,250 students in the Eastern Bay of Plenty. It has a strong history, positive community standing and a caring, collaborative staff culture.
How to apply
Email a CV, completed application form and cover letter to the school office. Applications close on 17 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Subjects
- Health and physical education
- Listed
- 3 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“Whakātane High School is a co-educational school with approximately 1,250 students in the beautiful Eastern Bay of Plenty. The school is proud of its history and success and is well respected within the community. We are seeking an enthusiastic, qualified…”
The school
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 1,205
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 56 Goulstone Road, Whakatane
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