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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.

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How to apply

  • All current vacancies are listed on this page.
  • Applications should include your CV and cover letter along with the relevant completed Waimea College Application Form:
    • Teaching Staff – the online Microsoft Teams Form link is in the advertisement for each position.
    • Support Staff – download and complete this editable pdf.: Support Staff Application Form 
  • Emailed applications should be titled ‘Job Application’ along with the Vacancy title.

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 [email protected]

One of our Deputy Principals will be in touch.

Health & PE Teacher

(Fixed Term – Full Time)

We are seeking an enthusiastic teacher to join our Health & PE Department for a full time, fixed term position covering project release from 28 January 2027 to 27 January 2028.  The ability to teach Years 9 to 13 is required, please state your supporting subjects on your application.

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 Sunday 18 October 2026.

Health & PE Teacher (Fixed Term) – Application Form

Beginner Teachers welcome

Any queries, please Contact Nicola Cruise at [email protected] or on 03 544 6099 (ext 813).

Maths & Commerce Teacher

(Fixed Term – Full Time)

We are seeking a suitably qualified teacher to join our Maths and Commerce Departments for a full time, fixed term position covering staff leave from 28 January 2027 to 27 January 2028.  The position will teach both Maths and Commerce to Years 9 to 13, please state your supporting senior subjects on your application.

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 Sunday 18 October 2026.

Maths & Commerce Teacher (Fixed Term) – Application Form

Beginner Teachers welcome

Any queries, please Contact Nicola Cruise at [email protected] or on 03 544 6099 (ext 813).

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).

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