Waikato Diocesan School For Girls · Waikato
Head of Kaupapa Maaori
SecondaryFull-time, PermanentLeadership unitsMāori-medium
Waikato Diocesan School for Girls in Hamilton seeks a full-time, permanent Head of Kaupapa Māori for its Years 7–15 wharekura. Starting in Term 1, 2027, the role combines classroom teaching in Te Reo Māori across junior and senior levels with leadership of cultural programmes, kapa haka, whānau events and iwi engagement. It includes one Management Unit and one Middle Management Allowance.
- Te Reo Māori teaching across junior and senior levels
- Leadership of school-wide cultural initiatives
- Kapa haka and whānau event support
- Requires Te Reo and tikanga Māori proficiency
Closes in 12 days
Applications close 17 Nov 2026, 11am.
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About the role
This is a full-time, permanent middle leadership and teaching role across Years 7–15. The head of kaupapa Māori will lead Te Reo Māori programmes at junior and senior levels, teach classes, support kapa haka, and coordinate cultural, whānau, iwi and hapū initiatives. The role starts in Term 1, 2027 and includes one Management Unit and one Middle Management Allowance.
What they’re looking for
- Strong Te Reo me ngā Tikanga Māori proficiency
- Leadership experience supporting Māori academic success
- Evidence-based classroom practice
- Collaborative and compassionate work with staff, students and whānau
- Commitment to the school’s special character
- Experience leading school-wide cultural initiatives
About the school
Waikato Diocesan School for Girls is an integrated Anglican day and boarding school in Hamilton for Years 7–15. It emphasises pastoral care and personal excellence, with established academic, cultural and sporting achievement.
How to apply
Complete the application form from the school’s website and send it with a CV and cover letter to the school’s human resources team. Applications close on 17 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Year level
- Mixed year levels
- Role
- Middle leadership
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Subjects
- Te reo Māori
- Allowances
- 1 MMA (Middle Management Allowance) 1 MU (Management Unit)
- Listed
- 3 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“Waikato Diocesan School for Girls is an integrated Anglican day and boarding school located in Hamilton. The school is committed to personal excellence, with a strong emphasis on pastoral care. We have built an enviable reputation for outstanding academic, cultural…”
The school
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State : Integrated
- Students
- 671
- Gender
- Girls School
- Address
- 660 River Road, Hamilton
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