Vacancies
Overview
Our staff are our school’s most valuable resource. It is the quality of our staff and the high expectations that we place upon ourselves that are the most important strengths in ensuring high quality teaching and learning takes place.
How to apply
- All current vacancies are listed on this page.
- Applications should be in the form of a CV, cover letter along with a completed official Waimea College:
- Please include contact details of at least two professional referees.
- Applications for vacancies should be titled ‘Job Application’ and submitted to the contact in the advertisements below.
Relief Teachers
If you would like to join our list of Teachers available for Relief, please complete the Relief Teacher Application Form and email to inspire@waimea.school.nz
One of our Deputy Principals will be in touch.
Science Teacher
We are seeking an enthusiastic teacher of Science to join our team at Waimea College. The position will be teaching Years 9 to 11, including Level 1 Science. Please state any other specialist subjects and interests.
This is a Full Time, Fixed Term position starting on 17 August 2026 until 27 January 2027. Covering staff leave.
Waimea College is committed to providing a high-quality education for its students and emphasises the importance of achieving personal standards of excellence in academic, sporting, cultural and recreational activities.
The college combines excellent facilities and a progressive curriculum with school values of Manaakitanga (Caring), Whanaungatanga (Belonging) and Akoranga (Learning), along with strong house spirit, pride in the school and high expectations of performance and behaviour.
To apply for this position, please click on the link below and complete the Application Form via Microsoft Forms. Applications are to be submitted before 5.00pm on Thursday 9 July 2026.
Science Teacher – Fixed Term – June 2026
Contact Kath Sangster at kath.sangster@waimea.school.nz or on 03 544 6099 (ext 820).
Beginner teachers welcome to apply
Youth Worker
We are seeking a passionate Youth Worker to support the wellbeing and success of our ākonga.
This role focuses on building meaningful relationships, responding to student needs, and helping young people develop the skills they need to thrive in learning.
Applications are to be submitted before 5.00pm on Friday 3 July 2026.
About Us
Our college is committed to providing a high-quality education for its students and emphasises the importance of achieving personal standards of excellence in academic, sporting, cultural and recreational activities. The college combines excellent facilities and a progressive curriculum with values centred around Caring, Belonging and Learning. We have strong house spirit, pride in the school and high expectations of performance and behaviour. Our values are reflected in the school motto: Semper Contendite (Always Strive).
