Head of Department (HoD) Māori Permanent, Full-Time

Overview

Christchurch Girls' High School Te Kura o Hine Waiora is seeking a passionate and positive head of the Māori department. This is a full-time permanent position. Applicants must be able to teach te reo Māori to our senior students and understand the requirements of NCEA. The successful applicant will also be confident in upholding tikanga Māori.

Responsibilities

• Lead and advise on culturally responsive organisational practice to support Māori to succeed as Māori.
• Support Māori ākonga, whānau, iwi, and communities, working alongside leaders of learning and the pastoral team to enhance care and uphold high expectations for all Māori ākonga.
• Prioritise relational and responsive culture and shape a future-focused curriculum.
• Foster a team spirit of collaboration among staff and engage in reflective practice.
• Contribute to and participate in the corporate life of the school, school-wide co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, and events.

Role Details

This role comes with 2 MUs, 1 MMA and 6 hours release time per fortnight.

School Overview

Christchurch Girls' High School Te Kura o Hine Waiora is a leading state day and boarding school for Years 9-13 students, located in the heart of Christchurch City by Hagley Park.

Applications

It is essential that all applications are made via the Christchurch Girls' High School Te Kura o Hine Waiora website.

For further information contact Monique Petersen, Executive Assistant to the Principal, at

Timeline

This position will commence on 28 January 2026.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 2 November 2025.

Job Details

School: Christchurch Girls' High School - 328

Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday, 2 November 2025