Leader of Learning Area (LOLA) – Arts and Languages

Leader of Learning Area (LOLA) – Arts and Languages 3+ years’ experience

We seek an experienced and forward-thinking curriculum leader to join NBHS as leader of Arts and Languages. The learning area includes departments of Art, Music, Languages (Japanese and Spanish) and Māori Studies (Te Reo Māori and Tikanga Toi) with each subject having an HoD.

You should be an excellent classroom practitioner with the leadership capability to guide a diverse learning area, support HoD’s, and drive high-quality teaching, assessment and student achievement across Arts and Languages.

Requirements

Proven curriculum and people leadership, able to build collaborative, high-performing teams.

Experience delivering effective teaching practice within the Arts and Languages learning area.

Ability to lead coherent curriculum planning and ensure alignment with NCEA, NZQA and national curriculum directions.

Capability in assessment design, moderation and the use of achievement data to improve outcomes.

Excellent organisation, communication and administrative skills, including confidence with IT.

Experience managing budgets, resources, equipment and learning environments.

A commitment to literacy, numeracy, mātauranga Māori, eLearning and scholarship development across the learning area.

A collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to the wider life NBHS.

The position attracts two permanent Management Units or equivalent and 5 lessons (per cycle) time allowance or equivalent (timetable dependent).

The position commences January 2027, or by negotiation.

Apply by submitting a CV and cover letter outlining:

Experience leading curriculum, staff and professional learning.

Your approach to improving teaching practice, assessment and student outcomes.

Your experience managing budgets, resources and learning environments.

The contribution you would make to the wider life of the school, including your extra-curricular interests and involvement.

We are looking for a leader who can strengthen teaching and learning across Arts and Languages and contribute to our continued focus on improving outcomes for young men.