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At Dilworth School and Trust Board we are commited to providing all students with a first-class education in a working environment where employees feel a sense of purpose and pride.

Dilworth is an independent boys' boarding school with an Anglican tradition, providing full scholarships for young men from families who want to provide them with the best opportunities possible. We pride ourselves on achieving very strong academic, cultural and sporting results, providing a safe and inclusive environment and assisting Dilworth students in becoming the very best that they can.

Head of Learning Area – Languages and Te Ao Māori/Tikanga Māori

• Responsible for leading the delivery of New Zealand languages at Dilworth School with a focus on Te Reo Māori
• Middle Management role leading a core part of the curriculum and culture at Dilworth
• Well-resourced department
• Meals provided
• Variety and challenge

We are seeking an experienced practitioner to lead this important aspect of our school, including classroom teaching of Te Reo Māori and Te Whare Tapere, and driving Tikanga Māori through the full school. The role is also responsible for leading and managing a small team of classroom teachers and Te Whare Tapere and Kapa Haka practitioners. They will oversee the Language’s curriculum including the delivery of Sign Language, Tongan and Samoan  - and possibly other languages in the future - on a module basis. 

Reporting to the Director of Curriculum, the successful candidate will enjoy access to a wide range of resources, the scope to grow and further develop the knowledge and skill of students and staff in Te Reo Maōri and Tikanga Māori and join a supportive and well-resourced team. 

Why do we want you?
You will be an experienced and registered teacher with advanced Te Reo Māori teaching skills and a strong understanding of Te Ao Māori and Tikanga Māori. You will thrive on leading and supporting colleagues and will put the education and welfare of students at the forefront of all that you do. You will be comfortable and capable of teaching students from Years 7 to 13, including scholarship. Leadership and management skills are preferred but we are open to hearing from all candidates who have proven experience in this area with the potential to lead. 

Why would you want us?
We will give you the opportunity to work for a school with embedded values, a strong vision and a unique mission that strives to significantly impact the lives of young men. 
You will be provided with the opportunity to grow an already established area of our community who are hungry to learn more. You will join a well-resourced department that is committed to supporting continuous improvement and supports the development of its people. No two days will be the same and you will be encouraged to use your initiative, identify and action improvements and contribute to ongoing improvement. 

We will provide you with a range of benefits, including good class sizes, meals, a competitive remuneration package, insurance and Kiwisaver benefits. 

A commitment to the life and special character of the school will be a condition of employment.

Dilworth School is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and equitable environment where everyone can thrive.

Please note: Applications will only be accepted via the link below, not through the Seek or Trade Me “Apply “button. Applications close Friday 11^th April 2025.

Please apply with a CV and cover letter to the link below

English Teacher Fixed Term 

• Opportunity to join a strong and supportive department in Term 3
• A well-resourced professional development culture 
• A commitment to excellence in teaching and learning 

The school is seeking to fill a fixed term full-time position for an English Teacher, to commence in Term 3, 2025. The role is based at the Senior Campus in Epsom, teaching students from Years 9-13.

Why do we want you?
You will be an excellent teacher of English and can teach to Year 12. You will believe in engaging students in a range of learning activities helping them become skilled and sophisticated speakers and listeners, writers and readers, presenters and viewers. You will understand the benefits of ongoing learning for yourself and others and will work to ensure the success of your students while supporting the work of colleagues in your Learning Area. You will strive to consistently improve student outcomes through challenging and creative content, an engaging teaching style and a contemporary understanding of your teaching subject.  

Why would you want us?
We will give you the opportunity to work for a school with embedded values, a strong vision and a unique mission that strives to significantly impact the lives of young men. You will be supported to enable quality classroom teaching and learning.

You will join a well-resourced school that is committed to supporting continuous improvement in all areas of the environment, including leading curriculum change and innovation, professional learning & development, wellbeing, technology and leadership. 

In addition, we will provide you with a range of benefits, including reasonable class sizes, meals, a competitive remuneration package, and Kiwisaver benefits.

A commitment to the corporate life and special character of the school will be conditions of employment.  

Dilworth School is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and equitable environment where everyone can thrive.

Please apply with a CV and cover letter to the link below

Te Pou o te Whare Karioi

• 42 weeks of the year, 8 hours per week
  
• Have a significant impact in the teaching and development  of akōnga
  
• Kapa Haka Specialist 
  

Dilworth School is seeking to fill an important part-time role for 8 hours per week as Te Pou o te Whare Karioi. This will suit a candidate who is keen to work with a particular focus on leading the development of a strong Kapa Haka.  They will also contribute to learning in and tikanga Māori across the school. 

Why do we want you?

• You will understand the importance of developing and educating akōnga in a supportive and safe environment. 
• You will be knowledgable and passionate about Kapa Haka, and have wider tikanga Māori and Te Reo understanding to bring to the role.
• You will be comfortable coaching and guiding akōnga and working collaboratively in a team environment. 

Why would you want us?

• You will have a significant impact on the akōnga and be acknowledged as the Kapa Haka subject expert in an environment where this discipline is respected, understood and regularly utilised in a culturally appropriate way.  
• You will be providing support to young people, encouraging, teaching and coaching.
• You will be part of the wider Tikanga Māori team where you are encouraged to work collaboratively and share challenges and ideas.
• You will also be provided with ongoing training and development.

In addition, we will provide you with a range of benefits, including meals, a competitive remuneration package, and Kiwisaver benefits. 

A commitment to the corporate life and special character of the school will be the conditions of employment.  

Please apply with a CV and Covering letter via link below only – e mailed applications will not be processed.

Applications close Monday 24th February 2025.

Dilworth is a child-safe organisation and commits to respecting akōnga, listening to their views and taking action to keep them safe at all times.