Head of Faculty - Humanities and Commerce

About Kristin School

Kristin School is a leading independent co-educational school for students from Early Learning to Year 13. We aim to provide a superior, all-round education that prepares students to be responsible global citizens, think creatively, reason critically, communicate effectively, and learn enthusiastically throughout life.

The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi 

We are seeking an inspirational and strategic Head of Faculty – Humanities and Commerce to provide curriculum leadership, operational management, and pastoral/academic oversight across both our Middle and Senior Schools.

Key responsibilities

• Strategic and Curriculum Leadership: Lead strategic planning, faculty monitoring, reflection, and review to drive continuous academic excellence and student wellbeing.
• Staff Management and Mentorship: Line manage Humanities and Commerce teachers and support staff; lead recruitment, induction, professional development, and annual performance reviews.
• Quality Assurance and Assessment: Oversee curriculum implementation, student assessment, and reporting to ensure fair, rigorous, and engaging learning experiences.
• Operational and Financial Management: Develop and manage the faculty budget in collaboration with the Director of Business Services.
• Teaching: Model exemplary teaching practice 
• Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with students, whānau, and the wider school community while actively participating in co-curricular and school events.

Important skills | Nga Pūkenga Motuhake 

• Current Practising Certificate registered with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand.
• A proven record of success in a leadership, management, or senior position within a secondary school environment.
• Proven track record as an outstanding educator within Humanities, Commerce, or related disciplines.

• Pedagogical and Strategic Leadership: Ability to translate strategic goals into innovative, student-centred learning initiatives and operational plans.
• Relational and Bicultural Capability: Excellent interpersonal skills with a commitment to integrating bicultural perspectives (Te Tiriti o Waitangi / Te Ao Māori) into curriculum design and faculty culture.
• Organisation and Budgeting: Superior organisational skills, high emotional resilience, sound problem-solving abilities, and financial literacy in resource/budget management.

Kristin is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all students. This position is subject to a safety check in accordance with the Children's Act 2014, which includes a Police vet, reference checks, and identity verification. Applicants who have lived or worked overseas for 12 months or more within the last 10 years will also be required to provide an overseas police check. Applicants must disclose any relevant convictions or findings at the time of application.