153 head academic jobs in New Zealand

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NZD $180,000 - $245,000 per annum

Strategic academic and people leadership for a large, multidisciplinary school
Shape faculty strategy and culture as a key member of the Dean’s leadership team
Deliver real‑world health impact through education, research and partnership

Strategic academic and people leadership for a large, multidisciplinary school
Shape faculty strategy and culture as a key member of the Dean’s leadership team
Deliver real‑world health impact through education, research and partnership

Lead AUT's School of Acute and Primary Health. Foster a high‑performing, inclusive and collaborative culture for more than 70 staff

subClassification: Management - UniversitiesManagement - Universities

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

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Head of School, Community and Public Health

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This is a Contract/Temp job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

NZD $180,000 - $245,000 per annum

Strategic academic and people leadership for a large, multidisciplinary school
Shape faculty strategy and culture as a key member of the Dean’s leadership team
Deliver real‑world health impact through education, research and partnership

Strategic academic and people leadership for a large, multidisciplinary school
Shape faculty strategy and culture as a key member of the Dean’s leadership team
Deliver real‑world health impact through education, research and partnership

Rare foundation leadership opportunity for an entrepreneurial academic leader

subClassification: Management - UniversitiesManagement - Universities

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

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Listed twelve days ago

Head of Academic Assurance

at IPU New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Lead Academic Quality, Compliance, Governance, and Integrity Excellence

subClassification: Management - UniversitiesManagement - Universities

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

12d ago

Listed ten days ago

Dean of Academic Operations

at Whitecliffe

This is a Full time job

Innovate education at a leading NZ institution
Lead diverse teams in a creative culture
Directly impact student success and industry readiness

Innovate education at a leading NZ institution
Lead diverse teams in a creative culture
Directly impact student success and industry readiness

Lead academic excellence at Whitecliffe as Dean of Academic Operations, leading innovation and student success across our campuses in New Zealand.

subClassification: Management - VocationalManagement - Vocational

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

10d ago

Listed four days ago

2x Transnational Education Students Coordinator

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

$70,000 – $75,000 per year

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

We have an exciting opportunity for two new Transnational Education Student Coordinators to join the Faculty of Science

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

4d ago

Listed three days ago

Head of School - Health

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This is a Contract/Temp job

at Skills Update Training Institute

NZD $180,000 - $245,000 per annum

Strategic academic and people leadership for a large, multidisciplinary school
Shape faculty strategy and culture as a key member of the Dean’s leadership team
Deliver real‑world health impact through education, research and partnership

Strategic academic and people leadership for a large, multidisciplinary school
Shape faculty strategy and culture as a key member of the Dean’s leadership team
Deliver real‑world health impact through education, research and partnership

Lead AUT's School of Acute and Primary Health. Foster a high‑performing, inclusive and collaborative culture for more than 70 staff

subClassification: Management - UniversitiesManagement - Universities

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Student Success and Education Coordinator (Health Coach Education)

at PreKure

This is a Full time job

Takapuna, Auckland(Hybrid)

$80,000 – $85,000 per year

Be the heartbeat of a health education organisation that's changing lives. Competitive salary, genuine flexibility, and work that matters.

subClassification: Student ServicesStudent Services

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

12d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Academic Manager

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Campus based, people facing
Full Time, Permanent Role
Competitive Salary

Campus based, people facing
Full Time, Permanent Role
Competitive Salary

The Christchurch Academic Manager will lead a teaching team who deliver Level 1-4 programmes.

subClassification: Management - VocationalManagement - Vocational

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

28d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Head of School, Community and Public Health

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

NZD $180,000 - $245,000 per annum

Strategic academic and people leadership for a large, multidisciplinary school
Shape faculty strategy and culture as a key member of the Dean’s leadership team
Deliver real‑world health impact through education, research and partnership

Strategic academic and people leadership for a large, multidisciplinary school
Shape faculty strategy and culture as a key member of the Dean’s leadership team
Deliver real‑world health impact through education, research and partnership

Rare foundation leadership opportunity for an entrepreneurial academic leader

subClassification: Management - UniversitiesManagement - Universities

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Programme Lead - Information Technology (AKL)

at Whitecliffe

This is a Full time job

Innovative education leader at top NZ institution
Shape future tech education
Coach and Develop our team

Innovative education leader at top NZ institution
Shape future tech education
Coach and Develop our team

Lead and mentor Auckland's IT faculty at Whitecliffe, driving teaching excellence and innovation to enhance student outcomes and industry connections.

subClassification: Management - VocationalManagement - Vocational

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

19d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

ESOL/PTE Teacher

at New Spark English Academy

This is a Full time job

Takapuna, Auckland

Experienced ESOL professionals or passionate PTE specialists are invited to join New Spark English Academy in an rewarding environment.

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

18d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Professional Teaching Fellow -Te Kura Tatauranga |Department of Statistics

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

$107,016 – $117,208 per year

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

We are currently looking for a Professional Teaching Fellow in Data Science to join our Statistics department

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

13d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Secondary Teacher of English, Maths, Science and Social Studies

at anzuk Education

This is a Full time job

Papakura, Auckland

A unique Secondary position for a teacher who is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.

subClassification: Teaching - SecondaryTeaching - Secondary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed nine days ago

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Food Science - The School of Chemical Sciences

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

$99,788 – $145,741 per year

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

The School of Chemical Sciences seeks to appoint a permanent academic faculty member at the Lecturer level in Food Science

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

9d ago

Listed six days ago

Programme Leader - Information Technology

at Future Skills

This is a Full time job

Salary commensurate with experience.

Combine your leadership capability, academic expertise and industry insight
Collaborative and forward-thinking team culture
Carparking provided on site

Combine your leadership capability, academic expertise and industry insight
Collaborative and forward-thinking team culture
Carparking provided on site

Exciting opportunity to lead the academic and operational direction of IT programmes within our thriving tertiary institution.

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

6d ago

Listed six days ago

Faculty Lead - Academic Quality

Wellington Central, Wellington

This is a Full time job

Northcote, Auckland

Sn Lec: 115k-151k|A Prof: 151k-175k|Prof:166k-214k

Free AUT Gym Membership
Generous Leave Entitlements
Professional Development Opportunities

Free AUT Gym Membership
Generous Leave Entitlements
Professional Development Opportunities

We are seeking a highly credible senior academic to take up the role of Faculty Lead – Academic Quality.

subClassification: Management - UniversitiesManagement - Universities

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

6d ago

Listed twenty two minutes ago

Curriculum Advisor - Māori Medium

at Ministry of Education

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This is a Full time job

Whangarei, Northland

You'll be at the forefront of educational change
Make a real difference to the learning outcomes of children and young people
Work closely with teachers, kaiako and educational leaders

You'll be at the forefront of educational change
Make a real difference to the learning outcomes of children and young people
Work closely with teachers, kaiako and educational leaders

As the Curriculum Advisor you will support schools, kura and early learning services with curriculum and assessment and aromatawai changes.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

22m ago

Listed ten days ago

Lecturer- Information Systems & AI

at UP Education Limited

This is a Full time job

Mount Albert, Auckland

Teach AI, data analytics, and digital transformation topics
Inspire students through innovative, industry-led education
Join a collaborative and multicultural academic environment

Teach AI, data analytics, and digital transformation topics
Inspire students through innovative, industry-led education
Join a collaborative and multicultural academic environment

Join AIS as an Information Systems & AI Lecturer shaping future-ready tech professionals

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

10d ago

Listed ten days ago

Lecturer - Business Management

at UP Education Limited

This is a Full time job

Mount Albert, Auckland

Inspire students with real-world business expertise
Help shape future managers and business professionals
Thrive in a supportive and inclusive academic environment

Inspire students with real-world business expertise
Help shape future managers and business professionals
Thrive in a supportive and inclusive academic environment

Join AIS as a Business Management Lecturer developing confident graduates through practical teaching, industry insight, and student-focused learning

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

10d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Mātanga Akoranga | Learning Specialist - Science

at Wheako Pōneke

This is a Full time job

Share the stories of Space and Science
Work at historic heritage sites
Join a team passionate about history, art, culture and science

Share the stories of Space and Science
Work at historic heritage sites
Join a team passionate about history, art, culture and science

Spark wonder in Space and Science for our tamariki and ākonga.

subClassification: Teaching - SecondaryTeaching - Secondary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

17d ago

Listed three days ago

Faculty Associate Leader - Services Industries (Beauty, Hair & Makeup)

at Yoobee Colleges

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Strong commitment to your growth & development within the organisation
Join the campus to work alongside a multidisciplinary, innovative team!
Drive innovation in curriculum, compliance, and graduate success

Strong commitment to your growth & development within the organisation
Join the campus to work alongside a multidisciplinary, innovative team!
Drive innovation in curriculum, compliance, and graduate success

Faculty Associate Leader – Services Industries in Auckland, providing academic leadership and operational oversight across Beauty, Hair & Makeup

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed six days ago

Faculty Lead - Education (Health & Science)