Assistant leader of learning social science

Aquinas College; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded educational institution in Bay of Plenty is seeking an assistant leader of learning in social science. This full-time, permanent role starting January 2026 involves working with secondary students and leading learning within the faculty. Applicants should state their subject strengths, particularly in geography. A positive team environment awaits the successful candidate.

Qualifications

• Must be a certificated teacher for Secondary (Years 7–15)/wharekura.
• Must clearly state subject strengths in application.
• Geography teaching experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to learning in social science within the faculty.
• Collaborate within a positive team environment to support student achievement.

Skills

Leadership in social science

Collaboration

Geography knowledge

Education

Certificated teacher for Secondary (Years 7–15)

Job description

Overview

Aquinas College is a co-educational, state-integrated Catholic College, Y7–13, situated in Tauranga. This high-performing and highly regarded special character school caters for 830 students.

We are seeking an assistant leader of learning social science to join our well resourced faculty that provides a positive team environment. This position has become available due to roll growth.

This is a full-time, permanent role with start date January 2026. The role involves working with students in Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, teaching Social Sciences. The school asks applicants to state their subject strengths; a teacher of geography would be advantageous. Support for the special character of the school is expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to learning in social science within the faculty.
• Collaborate within a positive team environment to support student achievement.

Qualifications

• Certificated teacher for Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura.
• Subject strengths clearly stated in application; geography teaching is advantageous.

How to apply

Please send your CV, cover letter, and application form directly to the school for enquiries.