Science Department Lead & Curriculum Innovator

Sacred Heart College (Napier); Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacred Heart College (Napier) is seeking a passionate Science leader to become Head of Department for Science, overseeing 2MU and 1MMA strands across Years 7–15 and wharekura. The role combines curriculum leadership with strong school‑wide collaboration in a Catholic school community.

The successful candidate will be familiar with New Zealand curriculum developments and assessment practices, prioritising biology as a specialist area while advancing a proactive, future‑focused team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a science department across multiple year levels.
• Knowledge of NZ curriculum developments and assessment practices.
• Biology as a specialist subject preferred.
• Commitment to Catholic character and school life.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development for Science across Years 7–15.
• Support teaching quality and assessment practices.
• Contribute to whole‑school planning and extra‑curricular programmes.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Science education

Biology

Collaborative teamwork

New Zealand Curriculum

Job description

Sacred Heart College (Napier) is seeking a passionate Science leader to become Head of Department for Science, overseeing 2MU and 1MMA strands across Years 7–15 and wharekura. The role combines curriculum leadership with strong school‑wide collaboration in a Catholic school community.

The successful candidate will be familiar with New Zealand curriculum developments and assessment practices, prioritising biology as a specialist area while advancing a proactive, future‑focused team environment.