Assistant Head of Learning Area for English

Christchurch Girls' High School -Te Kura o Hine Waiora; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Christchurch Girls’ High School -Te Kura o Hine Waiora in Christchurch invites applications for the Assistant Head of Learning Area for English. This permanent full-time role focuses on relational leadership and a future-focused English curriculum for secondary students.

The HoLA will work closely with the HoLA for English, promote school improvement, and champion equitable, excellent outcomes. 2 MUs, 1 MMA; 4 hours release per fortnight, under the Secondary Teachers’ Collective Agreement

Qualifications

• Experience in leading English education and curriculum development.
• Proven ability to foster collaborative staff culture.
• Strong commitment to girls' education and reflective practice.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the HoLA for English to ensure quality delivery of the curriculum.
• Promote and plan for school improvement and equitable, excellent outcomes.
• Foster a relational and responsive culture within the English learning area.

Skills

Leadership

English education

Team collaboration

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Assistant Head of Learning Area for English

Full time, Permanent

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
English
2 MUs, 1 MMA

Christchurch Girls’ High School |Te Kura o Hine Waiorais a leading state day and boarding school for Years 9-13 students, located in the heart of Christchurch City by Hagley Park.

We are seeking a professional and motivated person with a passion for girls' education to fill the Assistant Head of Learning Area (HoLA) for English permanent full-time position.

The Assistant HoLA will prioritise a relational and responsive culture while shaping a future focused curriculum. They will foster a team spirit of collaboration amongst staff and encourage and engage in reflective practice.

This role will work very closely with the HoLA for English and assist in ensuring the quality delivery of the curriculum to meet the learning needs of students. They will promote and plan for school improvement, and advocate for equitable and excellent outcomes.

This position has 2 MUs, 1 MMA and 4 hours release time per fortnight for these responsibilities, in addition to the standard teacher non-contact allocation under the Secondary Teachers’ Collective Agreement 2025-2027.

Position Description can be viewed via our website.

It is essential that all applications are made via the Christchurch Girls’ High School |Te Kura o Hine Waiorawebsite.

This position will commence on Thursday, 28 January 2027.

Physical address:
10 Matai Street, Riccarton, Christchurch