Head of Department (HOD) English

Taita College; Lower Hutt; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Taita College in Wellington invites applications for a passionate Head of English. You will lead the English Department, shape curriculum, and drive teaching excellence across key stages.

You will manage staff, mentor teachers, and monitor student progress to ensure high standards. The successful candidate will foster an inclusive learning environment, stay abreast of literacy best practices, and work with leadership to support student achievement.

Qualifications

• Degree in English or a related field.
• Proven experience teaching English at secondary level.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum development and assessment practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the English Department, including planning, implementing and reviewing the curriculum.
• Supervise and support teaching staff, providing mentorship.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress, ensuring that educational standards are met and exceeded.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student engagement and achievement.
• Stay current with educational trends and best practices in English and Literacy.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Curriculum development

Assessment practices

Educational standards

Education

Degree in English or related field

Job description

Taita College is a dynamic and inclusive educational institution committed to fostering a nurturing environment where students excel academically and develop a love for lifelong learning. We are seeking a passionate and experienced educator to lead our English department.

We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled professional to join our team as the Head of Department (HOD) for English. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the department's curriculum, managing staff, and ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the English Department, including planning, implementing and reviewing the curriculum.
• Supervise and support teaching staff, providing mentorship.
• Monitor and evaluate student progress, ensuring that educational standards are met and exceeded.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student engagement and achievement.
• Stay current with educational trends and best practices in English and Literacy.

Qualifications and experience

• A degree in English or in a related field.
• Proven experience in teaching English at a secondary level.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum development, assessment practices and educational standards.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate both students and staff.

Why join us?

• Be part of a forward-thinking school that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Play a key role in shaping the academic success of our students.

Start date is January 2027