Thames High School · Waikato
Kaiako / Teacher of Health and Physical Education
SecondaryFull-time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcomePRT mentoring
Thames High School in Waikato is seeking a full-time, permanent kaiako to teach health and physical education across Years 7–15. The role starts on 28 January 2027 and welcomes experienced and beginning teachers; applicants should include any other subjects they can teach, as a broad subject range may be useful. New Zealand work rights are required.
- Health and physical education teaching
- Years 7–15 wharekura setting
- Term 1 start: 28 January 2027
- PCT programme for beginning teachers
Closes in 15 days
Applications close 20 Nov 2026, 4pm.
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About the role
Full-time, permanent kaiako teaching health and physical education at a Years 7–15 secondary school. The role begins in Term 1 on 28 January 2027; applicants should list any additional teaching subjects, as breadth may be useful.
What they’re looking for
- Health and physical education teaching capability
- Additional teaching subjects across a broad range
- Commitment to equity and excellence
- Cultural responsiveness
- Experienced teachers and beginning teachers
About the school
Thames High School is a collegial, well-resourced school at the gateway to the Coromandel Peninsula. It focuses on equity, excellence, cultural responsiveness, and giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
How to apply
Email a CV and cover letter to the school. Applications close on 20 November 2026; applicants must have New Zealand citizenship, residency, or a valid work visa.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 5 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“Te Kura Tuarua o Te Kauaeranga | Thames High School invites applications for a kaiako / teacher of health and physical education. Please state other teaching subjects, as a broad range of subjects may be an advantage. Applicants must hold…”
The school
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 396
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 300 Sealey Street, Thames
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