Posted 10 August, 2026
Head of Senior School - Assistant Principal (Years 11-13)
Southland Boys' High School
Invercargill, STL, NZ
Full Time
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Job Description
Head of Senior School - Assistant Principal (Years 11-13) Full time, Permanent Secondary (Years 7-15) / wharekura English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts 3 MU, 1 SMA, 0.4 Leadership release Southland Boys' High School is seeking an experienced and dynamic educational leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Head of Senior School (Years 11-13). This is an exciting opportunity to provide strategic leadership across our Senior School, supporting students as they prepare for further study, employment, and life beyond school. You will work collaboratively with staff to lead curriculum and educational change, strengthen teaching practice, develop student leadership, and foster a culture of high expectations, wellbeing, and achievement. The position includes 3 Management Units, 1 Senior Management Allowance (SMA), and 0.4 leadership release, plus 1 additional Management Unit for a shared whole-school leadership portfolio. What we offer Collaborative and supportive Senior Leadership Team. Opportunities to lead educational innovation and change. Professional learning and leadership development. Well-resourced learning environment. Engaged students and a culture of high expectations. Key responsibilities Lead the Year 11-13 Senior School programme. Support the transition from NCEA to the New Zealand Curriculum. Act as the school's Principal's Nominee liaison. Coordinate key senior events. Lead the Prefect programme, supporting the Head Boy, Deputy Head Boys, and student leadership. Lead the Boys 2 Men programme. Oversee the preparation, quality assurance, and communication of senior school reports. Provide strategic leadership, mentor staff and students, and contribute to whole-school improvement. This role also includes a shared portfolio with the Head of Junior School, attracting 1 additional Management Unit. The portfolio oversees day relief across the school and operates on a flexible collaborative rotational basis. We are seeking an experienced educational leader who can inspire students and staff, build leadership capability, and guide our Senior School with integrity, vision, and a commitment to excellence. Join us at Southland Boys' High School - a traditional school with a contemporary heart. #J-18808-Ljbffr