Head of School - Digital Technologies

At Skills Group, our mission is simple but bold: to maximise human potential by preparing a future-fit workforce that drives success for individuals, organisations, and industry. We’re building something new — and we’re looking for a Senior Discipline Lead to help us implement and advance its evolution?Lead the future of Digital Technology Education We are seeking a Senior Discipline Lead – Digital Technology to lead the implementation of the Bachelor of Digital Technology, an applied degree that combines academic rigour, industry engagement, and future-focused innovation. This programme is designed to prepare graduates to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape, equipping them with both technical capabilities and the mindset to drive transformation across industry. *** Please note: This role is based in Auckland - New Zealand - A relocation package & visa assistance (if required) will be available for the right candidate ***
This is your opportunity to: 

• Implement curriculum that fuses digital theory and technical practice through work-integrated learning 

• Share your expertise to shape innovative, industry-relevant curriculum that prepares graduates for tomorrow’s workplace challenges.
• Establish authentic assessment frameworks that reflect real-world projects and outcomes 
• Create blended, hybrid, and online learning experiences that are inclusive, innovative, and aligned with industry needs 

• Build and maintain strong industry partnerships to ensure ongoing curriculum relevance 

• Contribute to discipline-relevant research that advances applied knowledge and supports institutional research capacity 

What we’re looking for You’ll bring a future-focused perspective, strong leadership, and a balance of academic and practical experience. Specifically: 

• A Master’s degree in a relevant field (PhD preferred) 

• Higher education teaching qualifications (preferred) 

• Experience in leading within industry and/or higher education settings 

• Demonstrated success in vocational programme development and work-integrated learning 

• A track record of collaboration and innovation across technical education settings 

• Active or emerging engagement in discipline-relevant research 

• A learner-centred approach that empowers educators and students alike 

Why Skills? At Skills, we’re more than an education provider — we’re a community. Our culture is built on our values: Joy, Manaakitanga, Grow, and Bold. We offer: 

• The agility of a new programme with the strength of a stable, purpose-driven organisation 

• A role where you can influence what digital education looks like in Aotearoa 

• A collaborative environment that supports continuous learning, innovation, and impact 

 Apply now Are you ready to innovative, real-world digital learning that transforms the future? Apply today and help us build a new kind of degree — one that celebrates the empowerment of learners and prepares graduates for a digitally enabled world.