This full-time leadership role offers the opportunity to shape language learning across the School, lead a high-performing team, and influence curriculum and pedagogy in a supportive, well-resourced, and future-focused environment.
Job Description
This role includes responsibility for:
• Leading curriculum and assessment across Mandarin, French, Spanish, Latin, German, and Japanese
• Ensuring effective implementation of NCEA and/or IB language programmes
• Building a positive, inclusive, and high-performing faculty culture
• Using achievement data to inform planning, target setting, and improvement strategies
• Supporting and developing staff through appraisal, coaching, and professional learning
• Managing faculty resources, budgets, and administration effectively
• Teaching within your specialist language area
Desired Skills and Experience
Ngā pūkenga me whai | We’re looking for someone with
• Proven leadership capability and the ability to motivate and lead a diverse team
• Strong curriculum knowledge in language education and assessment
• A passion for language learning and intercultural understanding
• Effective communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• Registration as a teacher in Aotearoa New Zealand
• Familiarity with NCEA and/or IB programmes
• A clear commitment to the values and vision of Diocesan School for Girls
Me pēhea te tono | How to apply
Applications close on Friday the 13th of February 2026. To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter via our website:www.diocesan.school.nz/employment-opportunities.
