Head of Department English Teacher

St Matthew’s Collegiate School seeks an experienced and inspiring educator to lead our English Department from 2027. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate teacher and leader to guide a high-performing department, champion excellence in English education, and foster student engagement, achievement, and a love of language and literature.

The successful applicant will be an outstanding classroom practitioner with proven leadership experience in a New Zealand secondary school setting. They will have strong curriculum knowledge across Years 7–13, including NCEA, and a commitment to leading a dynamic, future-focused programme aligned with the curriculum refresh and informed by ongoing professional learning.

Key responsibilities include leading and supporting a high-performing department; using achievement data and evidence-based practice to improve learner outcomes; inspiring a passion for reading, writing, critical thinking, and communication; mentoring and developing teachers; building positive relationships with students, staff, whānau, and the wider community; promoting culturally responsive teaching and equitable outcomes for all learners; contributing to the co-curricular life of the school through activities such as debating, drama, public speaking, literacy initiatives, or other areas of interest; and working collaboratively as part of the middle leadership team to advance the school’s strategic goals.

Applicants will demonstrate sound knowledge of current teaching, learning, and assessment practices, a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equitable outcomes for Māori learners, and the ability to lead curriculum innovation and departmental development. Strong interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills are essential, along with a collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school.

A commitment to upholding and actively supporting the Anglican Special Character of the school is essential.

St Matthew’s Collegiate offers a vibrant learning environment, a strong sense of community, and a commitment to professional growth and development.

Applicants must hold a current New Zealand practising certificate.