Head of Faculty - Science

Faith in Your Future – Lead Our Science Faculty at Saint Kentigern College

Empower. Innovate. Lead.
At Saint Kentigern College, we are committed to delivering an education that inspires excellence and shapes the leaders of tomorrow. Our Science Faculty is a cornerstone of this commitment, where a strong, future-focused curriculum fosters both academic achievement and personal growth. We are seeking an exceptional educator to lead this dynamic team—someone passionate about shaping curriculum, inspiring inquiry, and creating an environment where both students and teachers can thrive.

As Head of Faculty – Science, you will lead with purpose, guiding a team of dedicated educators to innovate and collaborate, while ensuring a rigorous and engaging learning experience for our students. Your leadership will shape the future of Science at Saint Kentigern, making a lasting impact on our community’s academic success and fostering a culture of continuous growth and achievement.

The Opportunity:
As Head of Faculty – Science, you will play a pivotal role in driving excellence across teaching, learning, and curriculum development. You will lead a team of passionate and skilled educators, championing innovation, fostering collaboration, and supporting professional growth. This role is about more than leadership—it’s about shaping the learning culture and making a lasting impact on students and colleagues alike.

You’ll work collaboratively with senior leaders to shape the strategic direction of Science education, ensuring it remains responsive, relevant, and rigorous. This role offers the opportunity to lead with clarity and purpose—balancing innovation with strong educational foundations to create an environment where both staff and students can excel.

This is a full-time, permanent position. Applicants must have, or be able to, hold a current New Zealand Teaching Council practising certificate.

Who We Are Looking For:
You are a confident and inspiring leader with a proven track record in senior-level Science education. You bring:

• Expertise in curriculum design, assessment, and Science teaching
• A strategic mindset with a collaborative and values-driven approach
• Strong leadership skills, with experience mentoring and growing high-performing teams
• A genuine passion for teaching and learning, and for the development of young people
• A deep alignment with the Saint Kentigern values of excellence, service, love, integrity, and respect

What We Offer:
At Saint Kentigern, we value our staff and offer a rewarding employment package. Alongside a competitive salary above state standards, with a distinctive Saint Kentigern allowance, this role comes with 4 Management Units (MU), a 4% employer KiwiSaver contribution, and subsidised Southern Cross Regular Care health insurance. Staff enjoy significant fee discounts for enrolled children, an additional week of mid-year holiday, complimentary Saint Kentigern apparel for co-curricular activities, and free on-site parking. More than just benefits, we offer a supportive and innovative teaching environment where educators are empowered to excel.

For a detailed insight into this opportunity, including expectations and our offer, please view the full Candidate Brief here:
https://tinyurl.com/HoFScience-Saint-Kentigern
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How to Apply: If you are a passionate and experienced Science educator ready to lead and inspire, we invite you to apply.

Applications must be submitted online via the vacancy link provided and should include a cover letter and current CV. Please do not email your application.

Applications close: Sunday 27 April 2025 at 5:00pm

If you’re ready to lead with impact and contribute to a school community that values learning, character, and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.