HOD Creative Industries - Commencing 2027

Nga Tawa Diocesan School; Wellington; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite accommodation

Job summary

Nga Tawa Diocesan School in Wellington seeks an enthusiastic educator to lead our creative industries and advance the department as it transitions into retirement. The role involves teaching Photography, Digital Technology and Design & Visual Communication, with opportunities for middle leadership and program development.

We value passion for the arts, strong communication, and the ability to collaborate across teams while growing a vibrant, student-centred programme.

Qualifications

• Hold a recognised teaching qualification and be a qualified teacher.
• Have a relevant tertiary qualification in an appropriate arts, technology or related discipline.
• Have teaching experience in one or more relevant curriculum areas.

Responsibilities

• Teach in Photography, Digital Technology, and Design & Visual Communication.
• Lead middle management responsibilities and contribute to programme development.
• Outline strengths in creative industries within the application.

Skills

Creativity & passion for arts

Strong communication

Leadership / middle management

Team collaboration

Education

Teaching qualification

Tertiary qualification in arts/technology

Experience in relevant curriculum areas

Tools

MS Office

Photography/editing tools

Digital design software

Job description

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Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Middle leadership

Nga Tawa is seeking an enthusiastic and creative educator to lead our creative industries.

Our current head of creative industries has made a significant contribution to the development and success of creative industries at Nga Tawa, establishing a strong and engaging programme. As she moves into retirement, we are looking for a special person to continue the growth and success of the department.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate teacher who is looking to take the next step into a middle management leadership role.

You will be required to teach in some of the following areas:

• Photography
• Digital technology
• Design and visual communication

Please indicate your particular areas of strength and expertise in your application.

About you

Are you an educator who:

• Is passionate about creative industries and enthusiastic about sharing this passion with students.
• Has strong skills and experience in one or more relevant arts or technology disciplines.
• Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Is organised and able to manage the responsibilities of a middle management role.

Skills and experience

Applicants must:

• Hold a recognised teaching qualification and be a qualified teacher.
• Have a relevant tertiary qualification in an appropriate arts, technology or related discipline.
• Have teaching experience in one or more relevant curriculum areas.

Please outline your relevant qualifications, teaching experience and particular areas of strength within the creative industries in your application.

This is an opportunity to join a supportive school community and play a key role in developing the creative opportunities available to our students.

Onsite accommodation may be available if required.

11:06 am13 August 2026

14 September 2026