Assistant Rector – Teaching & Learning Leader

Waitaki Boys High School; Otago; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Waitaki Boys’ High School in Oamaru, Otago, seeks an experienced educational leader to join the Senior Leadership Team as Assistant Rector – Teaching and Learning. This full-time, permanent role focuses on strengthening teaching and learning across Years 7–15 and wharekura.

The successful applicant will lead with strong professional judgement, mentor staff, and build positive relationships with students and colleagues to drive school improvement and a culture of high achievement.

Qualifications

• Experienced educational leader with Senior Leadership Team experience.
• Proven ability to strengthen teaching and learning school-wide.
• Ability to mentor staff and support professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and strengthen teaching and learning across the school.
• Foster a positive, supportive learning environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff and senior leaders.
• Promote student achievement and well-being.
• Support ongoing development of the school.

Skills

Strong leadership

Mentorship

Strategic planning

Relationship building

Job description

Waitaki Boys’ High School in Oamaru, Otago, seeks an experienced educational leader to join the Senior Leadership Team as Assistant Rector – Teaching and Learning. This full-time, permanent role focuses on strengthening teaching and learning across Years 7–15 and wharekura.

The successful applicant will lead with strong professional judgement, mentor staff, and build positive relationships with students and colleagues to drive school improvement and a culture of high achievement.