Preparatory School Curriculum Leader (Years 4-8) 2MU

St Andrew's College (Christchurch); Canterbury; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

St Andrew's College (Christchurch) is seeking a Preparatory School Curriculum Leader for Years 4-8. This full-time, permanent role combines classroom teaching with leadership responsibilities in curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and school improvement within a high-performing preparatory setting in Canterbury.

The successful candidate will work with the Principal, leaders, and teachers to strengthen teaching practice, develop curriculum priorities, and support professional learning to ensure

Qualifications

• Lead curriculum development and assessment across Years 4-8.
• Provide coaching and professional learning to strengthen classroom practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development, pedagogy, assessment and school improvement across Years 4-8.
• Support teachers with evidence-informed practices and build collective capability within the school.

Job description

St Andrew's College (Christchurch) Canterbury

Preparatory School Curriculum Leader (Years 4-8) 2MU

Full time, Permanent

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Other senior leadership
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts
2MU

At St Andrew's College, we believe exceptional outcomes are achieved through high-quality teaching, positive relationships, and a culture where every learner is known, challenged, and supported to succeed.

As one of New Zealand's leading independent co-educational schools, St Andrew's College provides education from Preschool to Year 13 within a community grounded in the values of Truth/Pono, Excellence/Kairangi, Faith/Whakapono, Creativity/Auahatanga, and Inclusivity/Kanorau.

We are seeking an exceptional educational leader to join our Preparatory School leadership team as Curriculum Leader (Years 4-8).

About the role

The Curriculum Leader plays a key role in shaping and strengthening teaching and learning across Years 4-8.

Working alongside the Principal, leaders, and teachers, you will provide curriculum leadership, coaching, and practical support to strengthen classroom practice and student outcomes. You will lead curriculum development, support evidence-informed teaching practices, and help build collective capability across the school.

This role combines classroom teaching in Years 4-8 with leadership responsibilities focused on curriculum, pedagogy, assessment, professional learning, and school improvement.

Year-level placement will be based on the strengths and experience of the successful applicant.

Why us

• Join a high-performing school committed to continuous improvement and educational excellence.
• Work within a collaborative leadership team that values innovation, professional growth, and shared responsibility.
• Influence teaching and learning across Years 4-8 and contribute to strategic curriculum priorities.
• Benefit from generous release time to support curriculum leadership, coaching, and school improvement initiatives.
• Access professional learning and leadership development opportunities.
• Be part of a community that values strong relationships with students, staff, and whānau.

If you are an inspiring educational leader with a passion for teaching excellence and curriculum development, we would love to hear from you.