Head of department, Religious Education. Tagged position.

Head of department, Religious Education. Tagged position.

Full time, Permanent

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Middle leadership

Social sciences

3SU and 1MMA

This position commences term 1, 2026.

Sancta Maria College is a co-educational Y7-13 Catholic high school in East Auckland. We have a student roll of 1,000, and our young people achieve strong academic success in a thriving, values-led learning environment.

Our academic results are well above national achievement rates, and this academic excellence is attained through outstanding teaching and learning, and a culture of care, positive relationships, and genuine whanaungatanga which stem from our Catholic faith.

We are seeking an energetic, confident, and innovative professional to join our collaborative team and lead our strong Religious Education team.

You must have a genuine passion for education, be a flexible thinker, support our Special Character, and celebrate the diversity of our college community.

Candidates who creatively seek student engagement, build positive relationships, and inquire into their own practice, are welcome to apply. We will continue to support your professional growth.

Sancta Maria College is a wonderful place to work, and as a member of our positive and friendly staff you will be supported by our teacher Wellbeing programme.

We strongly recommend a visit to the College to see our highly motivated and engaged students, and the excellent quality of teaching and learning offered at our kura.

Support of the Special Character of the College and a full participation in the co-curricular programme are conditions of employment.

All forms can be downloaded from the school website.

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to :

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