Head of Religious Studies — Lead a Dynamic Faculty

Diocesan School for Girls; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Access to resources (hard & digital)

Staff fitness centre, pool & physio

On-site staff car parking

Job summary

Diocesan School for Girls in Auckland seeks a dynamic Head of Religious Studies to lead a team of six teachers, oversee curriculum delivery and assessment, and ensure programmes meet national guidelines and school policies.

You will manage staff performance and the faculty budget, drive school-wide goals within the faculty, and report to the Deputy Principal. Start date: Term 1, 2027.

Qualifications

• A registered teacher familiar with the curriculum and NCEA standards.
• Ability to motivate and lead a team, and to allocate and monitor work.
• Clear, confident communicator with strong problem-solving skills.
• Adaptable, collaborative and willing to support colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Religious Studies faculty of six teachers, providing professional leadership and targeted support.
• Direct, monitor and evaluate curriculum delivery and assessment, ensuring alignment with national guidelines and school policies.
• Manage staff performance, professional development, the faculty budget and resources.

Skills

Registered teacher

Team leadership

Clear communication

Adaptable & collaborative

Anglican ethos

Passionate about teaching girls

Education

Teaching qualification/Bachelor of Education

Job description

Diocesan School for Girls in Auckland seeks a dynamic Head of Religious Studies to lead a team of six teachers, oversee curriculum delivery and assessment, and ensure programmes meet national guidelines and school policies.

You will manage staff performance and the faculty budget, drive school-wide goals within the faculty, and report to the Deputy Principal. Start date: Term 1, 2027.