Rotorua Lakes High School · Bay of Plenty
Head of Department – Science
SecondaryFull-time, Permanent
Rotorua Lakes High School seeks a full-time, permanent Head of Department – Science in Rotorua. The role involves leading the science team, supporting curriculum change and building relationships across the school and community; applicants should state their specialist areas. The position carries 3MUs, with no start date provided.
- Secondary Years 7–15 and wharekura
- Full-time permanent position
- Three management units
- State specialist science areas
Closes in 7 days
Applications close 12 Nov 2026, 9am.
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About the role
This is a full-time, permanent Head of Department role leading the Science team at a Years 7–15 secondary school and wharekura. The position involves supporting curriculum development, strengthening relationships, and contributing to the school and community, with three management units.
What they’re looking for
- Ability to support curriculum change
- Strong relationship-building skills
- Enthusiasm for learning
- Clearly stated science specialist areas
About the school
Rotorua Lakes High School is a Years 7–15 secondary school and wharekura in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty. The school has a diverse team and a strong connection with its community.
How to apply
Email a CV and cover letter to the school. Applications close on 12 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Role
- Middle leadership
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Subjects
- Science
- Allowances
- 3MUs
- Listed
- 29 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Due to promotion, our school is looking for a new Head of Department – Science to lead our team. We have a diverse team, and are looking for someone enthusiastic about learning and able to support curriculum change. This is…”
The school
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 611
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- Porikapa Road, Te Ngae, Rotorua
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