Assistant Head of Learning Area – Science

Whangaparāoa College; Whangaparāoa; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Whangaparāoa College invites applications for a science leader to shape a strong Years 7 to 13 curriculum, with direct leadership of science in our middle school. You will work with the head of learning area and curriculum leads to ensure curriculum progression and clear pathways for every learner.

This role blends curriculum and people leadership, including curriculum design, assessment and reporting in Years 9 and 10, using learner data to drive improvement and grow teachers within your area.

Qualifications

• Current full New Zealand teacher registration and practising certificate.
• Ability to lead curriculum design, assessment and reporting across Years 9 and 10.
• Experience growing teacher capability and building strong teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum design, assessment and reporting for Years 9 and 10.
• Utilise learner data to drive improvement across Years 7–13.
• Collaborate with the head of learning area and curriculum leads to ensure curriculum progression and pathways.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Science education

Data-driven improvement

Team leadership

Education

NZ teacher registration

Job description

We are embarking on an exciting new vision for a 3-school model for our kura from the beginning of 2027.

Our kura delivers an innovative curriculum focused on knowing and growing learners as individuals.We are seeking a science leader to help shape a strong Years 7 to 13 curriculum, with direct leadership of science in our middle school. Working alongside the head of learning area and curriculum leads, you will be a connection between our junior, middle and senior schools, ensuring curriculum progression and strong pathways for every learner.

This role combines curriculum and people leadership. You will lead curriculum design, assessment and reporting in Years 9 and 10, use learner data to drive improvement, and know and grow the teachers within your area. You will bring science curriculum expertise, a commitment to evidence-based and culturally sustaining practice, and the confidence to lead with warmth and high expectations.

We are looking for a collaborative, credible and solutions-focused leader who can build teacher capability, strengthen consistency of practice and inspire exceptional learner engagement and achievement.

All applicants must hold current full New Zealand teacher registration and a practising certificate, and be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Mō mātou | about us

We have a strategic focus on staff and learner hauora, driven by culturally responsive practice.

"Whangaparāoa College is a proud school with a short, but rich history. Serving the Whangaparāoa community, we treat all learners as individuals, whilst offering exciting opportunities for learners to excel in their area of passion. We are enthusiastic about the future of our school and wish for you to be a part of this." - Principal Steve McCracken

https://www.wgpcollege.school.nz/