Assistant Head of Learning Area Social Sciences

Whangaparaoa College; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Whangaparāoa College invites applications for an Assistant Head of Learning Area Social Sciences. The role is full-time and permanent, overseeing Social Sciences across Years 7–15, including the wharekura.

You will lead curriculum design, assessment and reporting for Years 9–10 and work to grow teacher capability while ensuring smooth progression across Junior, Middle and Senior Schools. The successful candidate will bring Social Sciences expertise, a commitment to evidence-based practice, and

Qualifications

• Social sciences curriculum expertise.
• Commitment to evidence-based and culturally sustaining practice.
• Strong leadership and people-development skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum design, assessment and reporting for Years 9–10.
• Use learner data to drive improvement across Middle School."
• Grow teachers within the Social Sciences area and build capability.
• Collaborate across Junior, Middle and Senior Schools to ensure curriculum progression.

Job description

Assistant Head of Learning Area Social Sciences

Full time, Permanent

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
Social sciences

Find your place at Whangaparāoa College!

We are embarking on an exciting new vision for a three-school model for our kura from the beginning of 2027. This is your opportunity to join our forward-thinking school as we proactively respond to roll growth and the new curriculum.

Our kura delivers an innovative curriculum focused on knowing and growing learners as individuals. We are seeking a Social Sciences leader to help shape a strong Years 7–13 curriculum, with direct leadership of Social Sciences in our Middle School. Working alongside other curriculum leaders, you will be a connection between our Junior, Middle and Senior Schools, ensuring curriculum progression and meaningful pathways for every learner.

You will lead curriculum design, assessment and reporting in Years 9–10, use learner data to drive improvement, and know and grow the teachers within your area. You will bring Social Sciences 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.

Please state your specialist teaching subject and view our other vacancies.

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

Physical address:
8 Stanmore Bay Road, Stanmore Bay

Postal Address:
PO Box 775, Whangaparaoa, Stanmore Bay, 943