Assistant HOD mathematics

Waikato Diocesan School For Girls; Waikato; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Waikato is seeking a dynamic assistant HOD mathematics. The role requires a supportive educator who is organized and able to positively impact students' academic and personal growth. Candidates should be familiar with the New Zealand Curriculum and passionately involved in the school's life. This full-time, permanent position commences on January 28, 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching mathematics and statistics in secondary education.
• Professional and supportive of school's Special Character.
• Involvement in extracurricular activities is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the mathematics department as assistant HOD.
• Contribute to the school's academic and cultural excellence.
• Engage with students and promote their well-being.

Skills

Organized

Good communicator

Team player

Current with educational changes

Education

Eligibility to work in New Zealand

Familiarity with New Zealand Curriculum and NCEA

Job description

Full time, Permanent

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Middle leadership
Mathematics and statistics
1MMA + 1MU

Waikato Diocesan School for Girls is an integrated Anglican day and boarding school located in Hamilton. The school is committed to personal excellence, with a strong emphasis on pastoral care. We have built an enviable reputation for outstanding academic, cultural and sporting performance and achievement.

We are seeking a dynamic and engaging educator for our assistant HOD mathematics role. The ideal candidate will be organised, current with changes in education, a team player and a good communicator.

Please state your specialist subjects.

Familiarity with the New Zealand Curriculum and NCEA is advantageous.

The successful applicant will be a professional, capable and caring teacher and leader, who is supportive of the school's Special Character and willing to be involved in the extracurricular life of the school.

This is a permanent, full-time position with 1 Management Unit and 1 Middle Management Allowance commencing 28 January 2026.

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply for this position.

Waikato Diocesan School for Girls promotes equal opportunities by applying our EEO framework to all relevant school policies and procedures, particularly those relating to employment, e.g., recruitment and selection, training, professional development and promotion.

How to apply

Please email your CV, completed application form and cover letter to:

Physical address:
660 River Road, Hamilton