Sport Whanganui Manawatu/Whanganui

Healthy active learning advisor/connector- Whanganui

Sport Whanganui are looking for a healthy active learning advisor/connector to work with schools in the Whanganui District to play a critical role in the implementation of healthy active learning, a joint government initiative between Sport New Zealand and the Ministries of Health and Education. 

As the healthy active learning advisor/connector, you will support school leaders and teachers in the Whanganui District to better plan and implement the health and physical education curriculum (HPE), identify, and develop opportunities for quality play, sport and physical activity experiences for tamariki (in school and in the community) and advise on how to establish healthy behaviours and environments through supporting the adoption and implementation of healthy food and water-only policies. This includes developing and maintaining meaningful relationships with schools, and community health and physical activity providers to ensure a connected and coordinated approach to health and well-being outcomes for our tamariki. 

The healthy active learning advisor will work with schools in the Whanganui District, have a growth mindset and a passion for physical activity, display social/emotional intelligence, embrace inclusivity and diversity and be able to have courageous conversations to achieve desired results.