Auckland · 1HAtU5
Head of Performing Arts
Tuakau College
Full time, PermanentSecondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Middle leadership
Listed 19 Aug 2026 · Closes 10 Sept 2026
About the role
We require a passionate, engaging and energetic educator to lead and oversee our performing arts learning area, commencing at the beginning of 2027 (3MU’s and 1MMA). This is an exciting opportunity to develop this fast growing learning area! We are looking for someone that has a genuine passion for working with young people and the ability to contribute positively to the performing arts department. Please advise specialist subjects. The successful applicant will be collaborative, organised, relational, and capable of catering to a wide range of learning needs. Along with your application you are required to submit 2 completed referee reports (template found on our website) This position has also been advertised under the 'Waikato' region. For overseas applicants you are required to have a three-year specialist degree at Level 7 with a one-year teacher training Level 7 qualification. It is an advantage to have New Zealand teacher registration with the NZ Teachers Council. You must have a least 5 years’ experience in the classroom. Your conditions of work and salary are based on the Secondary Teachers Collective Agreement 2002-2025. The salary range is from $70779 ($34.02/hr) to $103086 ($49.56/hr). A salary assessment needs to be completed to decide the salary grade you will be placed on. Come and join our staff and help inspire our young students to do the very best in all things!
Learning-area tags: The arts
How to apply
Please send your CV and 2 referee reports, along with your completed application form and self assessment form (found on our website) to: Miss Jess Paton (Principal's PA) secretary@tuakaucollege.com 09 236 8521 ext 112
Official Gazette listing ↗School details
- Type
- Secondary (Year 7-15)
- Authority
- State
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Roll
- 1018
- School number
- 106
- Address
- Elizabeth Street, Tuakau