Head of Department (HOD) Māori

Ka pipī ake te wai

Ka pupū ake te wai

Ko Te Waikoropupū te ūkaipō o Huriawa taniwha

Ka heke kau te wai

Ko Tākaka, ko Te Waitapu o Uruao

Ka rere kau te wai

Ka piri atu ki Mohua, kia Tangaroa

Hei oranga mō te katoa

E ngā mana, e ngā reo, karangatia, kia koutou katoa.

We are seeking a passionate and future focused kaiako to join our staff. The successful applicant will have the knowledge, skill and enthusiasm to lead the development of kaupapa Māori within our kura including te reo Māori, te ao Māori, our cultural narrative and the delivery of the New Zealand curriculum in a way that meets the needs of all of our diverse learners. They will be able to develop a curriculum that utilises the resources and history of our local area, in partnership with Manawhenua ki Mohua and develop 21st century capabilities with learners.

Te Waka Kura o Mohua | Golden Bay High School has recently had a major building redevelopment including new buildings and extensive refurbishment. The school is well resourced and committed to the professional learning and development of our staff, including educational leadership development. We are forward thinking and in the process of redesigning learning experiences for our students. We are currently working to enhance culturally sustaining and relational practices. This is an exciting time to join the school.

Set in the beautiful Mohua – Golden Bay, Tākaka has a vibrant and diverse community. There is a thriving arts community along with beautiful beaches, native forest and two national parks