Head of Department - English

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced head of department (HoD) English, to provide curriculum leadership and ensure excellence in teaching and learning across our New Zealand regions 18 campuses.

As regional English HoD, you will be responsible for what is taught and how it’s taught within our English department. You will lead curriculum design through the Learning to Learn Framework, ensuring assignments and lessons are engaging, innovative, and of the highest quality.

This role provides academic leadership across campuses by guiding teachers, overseeing curriculum and assessment, and ensuring alignment with NCEA requirements. It supports and mentors staff to maintain high teaching standards, collaborates with principals to monitor student progress, and promotes a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

What you bring:‍

• Proven excellence as a classroom teacher in the relevant subject area
• Leadership experience at middle or senior school level
• Strong curriculum planning and assessment expertise
• Ability to inspire, support and hold staff accountable
• Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
• Experience using digital learning tools effectively.

You will need:‍

• Valid NZ Teachers Registration
• Eligibility to work in NZ.

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Why you will love working with us:‍

• Competitive remuneration: Enjoy salaries consistently above the state sector. Health insurance and clothing allowance
• Generous non-contact time: Benefit from additional time for planning and professional development
• Cutting-edge technology: Utilise well established technology in our state-of-the-art learning spaces
• Supportive environment: Small class sizes with a maximum of 25 students per class, supported by extensive organisational resources
• Professional development: Access our dedicated Teacher Academy for professional growth
• Commitment to Wellbeing: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance - no after-school sport or cultural activities.
• Applications from overseas-trained teachers are welcome, but New Zealand teaching experience is required.

There is flexibility around location; please state your preferred location(s) in your application letter.

Anticipated start: Negotiable