Leader of Learning – Science (Year 7 to 13)

Taipa Area School; Taipa; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Taipa Area School in Northland, New Zealand, invites applications for an outstanding leader of learning – science to guide the science department and raise teaching, learning, and achievement across Years 7 to 13. The role focuses on shaping curriculum delivery, building teacher capability, and championing success for all students within a collaborative, supportive team.

NZ-registered teachers with strong NCEA experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Must hold New Zealand teacher registration.
• Strong experience with NCEA.
• Solid understanding of the refreshed New Zealand Curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Lead the science department for Years 7–13.
• Shape curriculum delivery and build teacher capability.
• Champion student achievement and engagement in a collaborative team.

Education

New Zealand Registered Teacher

NCEA experience

Job description

We are seeking an outstanding, passionate leader of learning – science to guide our science department and elevate teaching, learning, and achievement across Years 7 to 13.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape curriculum delivery, build teacher capability, and champion success for all students. Applicants must be New Zealand-registered teachers with strong NCEA experience and a solid, practical understanding of the newly refreshed New Zealand Curriculum.

Our school and learning environment

Come join us in Paradise! Located in Doubtless Bay, our school sits adjacent to Taipa Beach – the ultimate open-air classroom in Northland. Our school operates on a waka, putting student engagement and achievement at the forefront of everything we do, supported by hauora and our 3 core values of Manaakitanga, Painga, and Mahitahi. Our kura maintains a genuine whānau atmosphere, giving you the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students across the school and make a lasting difference in their lives.

We welcome applications from forward-thinking leaders who thrive in a collaborative, supportive team environment. If you are ready to bring your leadership to an extraordinary setting