Tikipunga High School · Northland
Leader of Learning – Humanities
SecondaryFull-time, Permanent
Tikipunga High School in Northland seeks a full-time, permanent Leader of Learning for Humanities in its Years 7–15 wharekura. The role suits an experienced curriculum leader with strengths in English and/or social sciences; NCEA English teaching at Years 12 and 13 is an advantage. The position includes 2MU and 1MMA, and qualifies for the Teacher Bonding Scheme.
- Leadership across English and social sciences
- Literacy acceleration experience required
- Culturally responsive, localised curriculum
- Teacher Bonding Scheme eligibility
Closes in 7 days
Applications close 12 Nov 2026, 9am.
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About the role
Lead the humanities department at Tikipunga High School in a full-time, permanent position across Years 7–15. The role includes curriculum leadership, literacy acceleration, staff development, achievement-data use and continuous improvement, with strengths in English and/or social sciences valued. The position carries 2MU and 1MMA, and is eligible for the Teacher Bonding Scheme.
What they’re looking for
- Experienced educator with strong curriculum leadership capability
- Success accelerating literacy outcomes
- NCEA English teaching experience at Years 12 and 13
- Strength in English or social sciences
- Commitment to Mana Ōrite mō te Mātauranga Māori
- Ability to develop staff and use achievement data
About the school
Tikipunga High School is a Northland secondary school and wharekura for Years 7–15. Its approach centres on relationships, cultural identity, ākonga achievement, culturally responsive practice and local curriculum.
How to apply
Email a CV, covering letter and referee contact details to the school by 12 November 2026. The listing does not provide a contact role or closing time.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Role
- Middle leadership
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Subjects
- English, Social sciences
- Allowances
- 2MU, 1MMA
- Listed
- 30 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Join a kura where relationships, cultural identity and achievement matter. Tikipunga High School is seeking an experienced, passionate and innovative educator to lead our high-performing humanities department. The successful applicant will demonstrate strong curriculum leadership skills and success in literacy…”
The school
- Type
- Secondary (Year 7-15)
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 349
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 194 Corks Road, Tikipunga, Whangarei
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