Biology & Science Faculty Lead — Assistant Head

Burnside High School; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnside High School invites applications for the role of Assistant Head of Faculty Science with responsibility for Biology. This full-time, permanent position reports to the Head of Faculty Science and carries 2 Management Units and 1 Middle Management Allowance.

The successful candidate will lead Year 12 and 13 Biology, support curriculum delivery, and mentor staff, fostering a culture of excellence and professional growth within the science faculty.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in a science faculty or department.
• Strong knowledge of biology curriculum and assessment.
• Commitment to culturally responsive teaching and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Responsibilities

• Lead Year 12 and 13 Biology programme delivery and curriculum leadership.
• Assist Head of Faculty Science in leadership and administration of Biology across the school.
• Mentor and support colleagues, including provisionally registered teachers.
• Contribute to professional growth and shared sense of purpose within the biology and science team.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum knowledge

Organisational skills

Management

Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Burnside High School invites applications for the role of Assistant Head of Faculty Science with responsibility for Biology. This full-time, permanent position reports to the Head of Faculty Science and carries 2 Management Units and 1 Middle Management Allowance.

The successful candidate will lead Year 12 and 13 Biology, support curriculum delivery, and mentor staff, fostering a culture of excellence and professional growth within the science faculty.