Head of Department Learning Support - 3MU& 1MMA

At Rangitoto College, we have an ambitious vision for outstanding educational outcomes for our students. The foundations of this vision are in developing genuine expertise in teaching and classroom practice, honing optimal conditions for learning, and providing a powerful and empowering curriculum. We offer both the NCEA and IB Diploma.

The position of HOD of Learning Support is an exciting opportunity for a leader to grow and thrive in a supportive, inclusive and dynamic environment. You will have high expectations of yourself and an appetite for challenge and for continuing to develop your leadership. 

You will be leading a team that supports and provides meaningful pathways for students with a variety of learning needs.

Ideally, you will have experience in the secondary sector, and may have held a variety of roles within and beyond the school environment that demonstrate:

• Positive working relationships with students, colleagues, whānau and support agencies
  
• The ability to lead a team in an education environment
• Self-motivation, flexibility, and excellent time management skills
• The ability to plan and prioritise tasks, and have a high attention to detail
• High level of written and oral communication skills

• The ability to look for opportunities to continually improve the outcomes of the Learning Support Department.

   

The role commences at the start of Term 2, 2025.

Contract and remuneration will be in accordance with the Secondary Teachers' Collective Agreement (CA) https://www.education.govt.nz/school/people-and-employment/employment-agreements/collective-agreements/. as assessed by the Salary Assessment Unit of the Ministry of Education. Annual remuneration is dependent on service and qualifications, between $61,329.00 - $103,086.00 per annum plus allowances as above. Hours of work will be as set out in the STCA. 

We encourage visits by appointment. Please contact pam.watson@rangitoto.school.nz

Applications close 13 February 2025