HoF Languages
Behind every great school is a great team of people. We would love you to join our team at Diocesan School for Girls in Auckland. Imagine being part of a school where your passion for teaching is actively nurtured. Where you have great technology and facilities at your fingertips. Where you are teaching students who are genuinely excited to learn. Sound appealing? We are one of New Zealand’s leading independent girls’ schools, with an outstanding reputation for our approach to curriculum design and learning. We welcome day students and boarders from preschool, right through to Year 13. Our academic record stands for itself, but Dio stands for so much more. We believe that education is an adventure involving creativity, imagination and discovery.
At Diocesan School for Girls, we are dedicated to nurturing young women who are curious, courageous, and empowered to shape their futures.
We are seeking an inspiring and committed HoF of Language’s, to join our exceptional teaching team. In this full-time role, you’ll have the opportunity to shape student learning in a supportive, well-resourced, and future-focused environment — where ideas are valued, student wellbeing is prioritised, and excellence is a shared goal.
Mō te tūranga | About the role
This full-time leadership role offers the opportunity to shape language learning across the School, lead a high-performing team, and influence curriculum and pedagogy in a supportive, well-resourced, and future-focused environment. The HOF of Languages has 4 Management Units associated with it.
•This role includes responsibility for:
• Leading curriculum and assessment across Mandarin, French, Spanish, Latin, German, and Japanese
• Ensuring effective implementation of NCEA and/or IB language programmes
• Building a positive, inclusive, and high-performing faculty culture
• Using achievement data to inform planning, target setting, and improvement strategies
• Supporting and developing staff through appraisal, coaching, and professional learning
• Managing faculty resources, budgets, and administration effectively
• Teaching within your specialist language area
Ngā pūkenga me whai: We’re looking for someone with
Proven leadership capability and the ability to motivate and lead a diverse team
• Strong curriculum knowledge in language education and assessment
• A passion for language learning and intercultural understanding
• Effective communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• Registration as a teacher in Aotearoa New Zealand
• Familiarity with NCEA and/or IB programmes
• A clear commitment to the values and vision of Diocesan School for Girls
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Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
Diocesan School for Girls is a high-performing independent Anglican school located in Epsom, Auckland. Our students are motivated and supported to excel academically, creatively, and personally. Staff benefit from:
• Competitive remuneration
• Access to a fitness centre, pool, and physiotherapy services
• Extensive opportunities for professional and personal development
• A warm and inclusive culture, with regular social events and wellness initiatives
• Access to covered parking for cars, bikes, and scooters (dependent on availability)
• Beautiful, landscaped grounds and state-of-the-art facilities
Me pēhea te tono | How to apply
Applications close at 5pm, on Friday the 20th of February 2026. To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter via our website:www.diocesan.school.nz/employment-opportunities.
Diocesan School for Girls
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