DEPUTY HEAD OF THE JUNIOR SCHOOL/PYP COORDINATOR

Mō mātou | About Us

Queen Margaret College (QMC) is Wellington’s leading independent school for young women. We provide a world class education for girls from Years 1-13, a boarding facility onsite and a co-educational Pre-School, with dual pathways through NCEA and the International Baccalaureate programme.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

We are currently seeking a Deputy Head/PYP Coordinator for our Junior School (JS). This is a key leadership position with responsibility for teams in Years 1-6, student wellbeing and supporting the management of the Primary school and After School Care programmes.  The Deputy Head of the Junior School/PYP Coordinator is also responsible for the effective development and delivery of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP).

Some responsibilities of the role include:

• Actively support the Head of the Junior School in the day-today operations and management of the JS
• Promote quality teaching practices across the JS in particular providing leadership to a Year cohort
• Ensure culturally responsive practices are embedded within the JS which recognise and celebrate Te ao Māori, using Te Tiriti o Waitangi as the foundation
• Provide visionary leadership for the PYP Programme, aligning it with the College’s mission and educational philosophy and IB PYP principles and values
• Foster a positive PYP experience for students, encouraging their active participation in the programme
• Assume responsibility for the induction, development, training and motivation of PYP teaching staff in collaboration with the Head of the Junior School
• Engage with the wider school community through conducting regular sessions about the PYP programme

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience                       

We are seeking someone who is enthusiastic, committed and innovative, who has demonstrated experience in a senior leadership position with staff management and school administration responsibilities. Success as a high performing teacher is a given, with at least five years in a Junior School context. A track record of experience as a PYP teacher or PYP Coordinator with a deep understanding of IB PYP Curriculum requirements is essential.  

The successful candidate will be someone who is an experienced collaborative leader with the ability to build strong relationships across our school community and who shares our commitment to an extensive co-curricular programme of activities.

Applicants should be New Zealand registered teachers.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

QMC is an engaging, fast-paced and challenging workplace. You will be part of a professional and dedicated team where there is a focus on learning, new experiences and development.

We offer optimum class sizes, motivated students who are eager to learn, and significant professional development opportunities.  In addition, we offer an attractive remuneration package which includes a competitive salary, an extra week of leave per annum, payment of Teaching Council registration fees, a car park and access to physiotherapy services.

QMC is an inclusive organisation that welcomes applications from people regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, age, beliefs/opinions, or family circumstances.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Further detail is available in the position description which is available on request from [email protected].  If this role sounds like it may interest you, please email the completed application form, your CV and cover letter to the Principal’s Assistant, [email protected].

Please note that you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for this role and that the successful candidate will be required to undergo mandatory police vetting.

Applications close on 28 March 2023 although we will review applications as they are received.