Role
Reporting to the Executive Principal, this newly created role is responsible for visioning, developing, implementing and embedding a School Wellbeing programme that is fully integrated for all students and staff. Kristin has a strong wellbeing focus with a range of social and emotional wellbeing programmes across all three schools (Junior, Middle and Senior) and seeks to develop these even further in a structured and cohesive framework through the lens of student and staff positive mental health. This role will also be responsible for providing leadership of key wellbeing staff and the Wellness centre team.
We are seeking a dynamic and innovative leader with a deep understanding of the role of student services to collaborate with the executive team to set the strategic direction for Kristin’s Wellbeing programme. You will be able to form positive and productive relationships with students, staff, families and external stakeholders, and have proven experience in people management.
You will have a growth mindset, with the ability to self-reflect and seek feedback, and an ongoing drive for self-development and improvement. This position also requires a person with highly developed interpersonal and organisation skills, and the ability to interrogate data to evaluate programmes and strategic directions.
An in-depth understanding of wellbeing, positive psychology, positive education, restorative justice practices, and a detailed understanding of high functioning independent schools is desirable.
This position will have a teaching component (to be negotiated with the successful applicant), so requires the successful applicant to be a qualified and registered teacher in New Zealand (or the ability to get registered by the start date).
Most importantly, the successful applicant will be able to demonstrate commitment to Kristin's core values to "Progress with Vision, Integrity and Love".
Kristin provides a welcoming community with a comprehensive on-boarding programme. You will enjoy flexibility through the school holidays (opportunity to get projects accomplished), a competitive remuneration package, park-like grounds, staff car parking, tuition fee discount, 6 weeks annual leave and other wellbeing initiatives like access to a staff gymnasium, free flu vaccinations, onsite massages and discounted health insurance.
Kristin is one of New Zealand's finest independent, non-denominational, co-educational schools, located in Albany, Auckland. It provides exceptional education for over 1750 students from Early Learning to Year 13, on one campus with park-like grounds and outstanding facilities. The School attracts highly talented staff that inspires outstanding academic achievement and offers a high performing array of co-curricular activities. Progressive and global in its approach, Kristin provides dual pathways through NCEA and the International Baccalaureate, a well-reputed international programme. Dedicated to providing a caring, supportive environment, the aim for students is to think creatively, reason critically, communicate effectively and learn enthusiastically throughout life.
Apply now
Please apply now by attaching your CV and covering letter, clearly outlining your desired interest and suitability in our role. Applicants must refer to the additional information provided in the position applicant pack before applying.
Due to current border and immigration restrictions, you need to be a NZ Citizen, or have the ability to apply for an exemption.
If you wish to discuss this role in confidence or see a full Applicant pack then please contact Rebecca Isted, Director of Human Resources on +64 (09) 415 5097 or email [email protected] .
Applications close on Friday 28 August 2020.
