Onehunga High School · Auckland
Leader of Learning Area - English
SecondaryFull-time, Permanent
Onehunga High School in Auckland seeks an experienced Leader of Learning Area for English across its Years 7–15 secondary and wharekura setting. This full-time, permanent position carries a 3MU allowance and suits a teacher with strong team leadership, curriculum and assessment knowledge, and experience improving achievement through NCEA, Scholarship and effective use of data; the start date is not stated.
- English learning area leadership
- Full-time permanent position
- 3MU allowance
- NCEA and Scholarship experience required
Closes in 13 days
Applications close 18 Nov 2026, 3pm.
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About the role
Lead the English Learning Area at Onehunga High School in a full-time, permanent position across Years 7–15. The role includes curriculum and instructional leadership, developing teacher capability, supporting NCEA Excellence and Scholarship, and using achievement data to improve learning. The position carries a 3MU allowance.
What they’re looking for
- Experienced English leader with a strong record of improving student achievement
- Experience leading teams and developing teacher capability
- Sound curriculum knowledge and NCEA experience
- Strong understanding of assessment and achievement data
- Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Ability to support inclusive learning for all students
About the school
Onehunga High School is a centrally located Auckland secondary school and wharekura serving a diverse student community. It provides a broad, academically focused curriculum and has a well-resourced English Learning Area with modern teaching facilities.
How to apply
Email a cover letter, completed school application form and current CV, including three referees with their contact details. Applications close on 18 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Role
- Middle leadership
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Subjects
- English
- Allowances
- 3MU
- Listed
- 4 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“Onehunga High School is seeking an experienced leader to lead our English Learning Area. This is an excellent opportunity for a successful educator with a strong record of raising student achievement and leading others to make a significant contribution within…”
The school
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 1,002
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 24 Pleasant Street, Onehunga, Auckland
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