Head of English & Curriculum Excellence

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

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.