Assistant Head of English

Napier Boys' High School; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Napier Boys' High School in Hawke's Bay is seeking an experienced teacher to assist in the leadership of the English Department. The role requires an energetic professional with sound curriculum knowledge and strong organisational and planning skills to engage, motivate and develop colleagues.

The successful applicant will support the Head of English with curriculum development, department organisation, and teaching and learning.

Qualifications

• Sound curriculum knowledge
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Ability to engage, motivate and develop colleagues and staff

Responsibilities

• Assist in leadership of the English Department
• Support the Head of English with curriculum development, department organisation, and teaching and learning
• Teach senior English
• Contribute to the extra-curricular life of the school
• Be willing to take the first step into middle leadership

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum knowledge

Planning skills

Staff development

English teaching

Education

1 MU or equivalent

Job description

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Middle leadership

English

1 MU or equivalent

We are seeking an experienced teacher to assist in the leadership of the English Department at Napier Boys' High School.

The role requires an energetic professional who has sound curriculum knowledge, strong organisational and planning skills, and the ability to engage, motivate and develop colleagues and staff.

The successful applicant will support the Head of English with curriculum development, department organisation, and teaching and learning.

The successful applicant will have proven experience in teaching senior English, be an excellent colleague, and must be willing to contribute to the extra-curricular life of the school.

We welcome applications from those looking to take their first step into middle leadership.

The position attracts one permanent Management Unit (1MU) or equivalent and 1 lesson (per cycle) time allowance or equivalent (timetable dependent)

Since 1872, Napier Boys' High School has been a leader in boys' education, providing outstanding opportunities for young men within a world-class environment in one of New Zealand's most vibrant cities.

The position commences Term 1 2027 (27 January 2027) or by negotiation.