Deputy Head of Outreach School – Practice & Partnerships - 5MUs

Are you a strategic and inspiring leader with a passion for Deaf Education and collaborative practice?

Ko Taku Reo Deaf Education New Zealand is seeking a visionary leader to take up this pivotal new role – Deputy Head of Outreach School - Practice & Partnerships. This position leads national initiatives that strengthen the quality, consistency, and impact of teaching practice across our Outreach School, supporting over 3,000 learners and 180 specialist teachers of the Deaf nationwide.

THE ROLE / TE MAHI

As Deputy Head of Practice & Partnerships, you will play a central role in shaping and driving best practice in Deaf Education. You’ll lead the development of frameworks and systems that enhance Resource Teachers of the Deaf (RTDs) professional capability, ensure alignment with national curriculum and inclusive education principles, and build sustainable, high-quality service delivery.

You will:

• Champion evidence-based, reflective practice across all Outreach Teams.
• Lead the design of national approaches and resources that promote consistency, clarity and excellence in RTD practice.
• Build strong and enduring partnerships with schools, agencies, and professional networks to support equitable outcomes for Deaf and hard-of-hearing ākonga.
• Work collaboratively with other national leaders to embed Te Tiriti o Waitangi, inclusion and wellbeing at the heart of all we do.
• Support strategic alignment across Outreach priorities, professional learning and system improvement.

This is an influential leadership role focused on the quality of teaching practice and the relationships that underpin success for our ākonga, whānau and partner schools.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION / NGĀ HERENGA MŌ TE MAHI

We’re looking for an educational leader who can influence at both the strategic and practical level – someone who builds trust, champions collaboration and inspires others through knowledge and integrity.

You’ll have:

• A tertiary qualification in Teaching or Education (Level 7+) and current NZ Teacher Registration
• At least 10 years’ teaching experience, including leadership in Deaf Education or specialist settings
• Deep understanding of Deaf Education pedagogy and inclusive teaching practice
• Proven experience in professional learning design and delivery across national or regional contexts
• Strong skills in stakeholder engagement, partnership building, and system change
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, equity, and bilingual/bimodal education (NZSL & English)
• A full, clean NZ driver’s licence and at least conversational NZSL

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU / HEI AHA HE PAI TĒNEI MAHI MĀU?

Ko Taku Reo is the national school and service for Deaf Education in Aotearoa. Our values - Belong, Grow, Choose, Excel - guide everything we do. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking organisation leading innovative change and ensuring every Deaf and hard-of-hearing learner can thrive.

This is your opportunity to shape the future of national practice, strengthen partnerships and make a meaningful impact across Deaf Education in Aotearoa.

HOW TO APPLY / ME PEHEA TE TONO

If you’re motivated to use your skills to empower Deaf and Hard of Hearing learners to reach their potential, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a cover letter telling us why you'd love to work with us and our students. Only applicants that are legally entitled to work in Aoteoroa will be considered for this position. We may look to interview prior to closing so please apply early. 

Applications close 5pm, Sunday 23 November 2025.