Head of English

Waiopehu College; Whanganui; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Waiopehu College invites applications for Head of English, a senior leadership role in Levin. You will lead the English department, shape curriculum delivery and foster a culture of high expectations for all learners.

The successful candidate will be a New Zealand registered teacher with deep knowledge of the NZ Curriculum and NCEA, strong communication skills, and a collaborative approach to staff development.

Qualifications

• New Zealand registered teacher with a strong understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum and NCEA.
• Proven experience as a curriculum leader or department head.
• Effective communicator and highly organised with a commitment to collaborative practice.
• Experience improving learner outcomes across the senior secondary range (years 7–15).

Responsibilities

• Lead the English department and drive high-quality teaching and learning.
• Support staff to deliver coherent English programmes aligned to NZ Curriculum and NCEA.
• Foster a positive, inclusive culture and monitor learner outcomes.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to raise achievement for all students.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Communication skills

Team leadership

Organisational skills

Education

New Zealand Registered Teacher

NZ Curriculum knowledge

NCEA knowledge

Job description

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher

English

3MU

With a roll of approximately 560 students, we are a vibrant and successful coeducational secondary school in Levin, located just 1 hour north of Wellington. Our welcoming and inclusive culture provides both students and staff with a wide range of rewarding learning opportunities.

We are seeking a Head of English to lead our English department.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced curriculum leader who is passionate about improving outcomes for all learners and supporting staff to deliver high-quality teaching and learning.

The successful applicant will be a New Zealand registered teacher with a strong understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum and NCEA. They will be an effective communicator, highly organised, and committed to fostering a positive and collaborative department. They will bring high expectations for student learning and achievement and a strong commitment to supporting the success of every learner.