Head of department (HOD) leadership
Course Details
DATES & Locations
Auckland - 16 & 17 Feb 2026
Wellington - 9 & 10 Mar 2026
Dunedin - 23 & 24 Mar 2026
Christchurch - 18 & 19 May 2026
Online - 27 & 28 July 2026
DURATION
8.30am - 3.30pm
School level
Who IS IT FOR
FACILITATOR
Area of learning
PREREQUESITES
Open to all
COST
$695 + GST
$625+GST for 3+ registrations from the same school
Overview
This programme clarifies aspects of the role and responsibilities, strengthens communication skills, and provides opportunities to share ideas for leading curriculum development and managing priorities, time and workload.
What You'll Learn
- Current thinking about effective leadership
- The role and responsibilities of an HOD
- Understanding the implications of NELP, the NZC refresh and developing a local curriculum
- Understanding a leader’s role in building cultural capability and culturally responsive pedagogy
- Building a positive and professional learning culture in a department
- Organising a department including running effective meetings
- Effectively leading change – process and practical strategies
- Designing programmes/courses to ensure student achievement
- Planning, assessment, and moderation responsibilities
- Managing personnel and team dynamics
- Fronting issues and managing conflict
FAQs
My course listing doesn't show a specific venue. How do I know where to go?
Don't worry if the venue isn't listed immediately. You will be notified of the specific venue details via email at least one week in advance of the course date, if not sooner.
How do I know which workshop is best suited to my needs?
We offer different levels of workshops to suit various stages of professional development. Still unsure? Feel free to email us directly with your current role and experience level, and we can recommend the best fit.
How do I find courses in my area?
You can easily find local sessions by visiting our Workshops page and using the filters to select your location. This will display all upcoming courses currently scheduled in your region.
Is catering provided?
Generally, morning tea and lunch are provided for full-day workshops. If you have specific dietary requirements, please ensure you let us know when completing your registration.
Do I need to pay for my course upfront?
No, upfront payment is not required to secure your spot. Your school will be invoiced for the course fees after registration. Prompt payment is appreciated.
Words from our participants
It was a really valuable workshop. It had strategies that I could see myself implementing immediately that would continue to build success for myself, my staff and my students.
Hayleigh Candy,
Timaru Boys' High School
I have done other leaderships courses and this was the best. It was practical, had good information, good delivery, and nice combination of activities and videos.
Cristina Armstrong,
Nelson College
Thank you for being very organised and well informed. Very effective use of time was modelled here. I have so many practical strategies I can use and underpinning philosophies to guide me.
Claire McWhirter,
Papanui High School
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