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.
Special Education Teacher
Fixed Term – Full Time
We are currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic teacher to work in our Special Education department, working with around 35 to 40 ORS funded secondary school learners. This position is full time and fixed term, covering parental leave from 17 August 2025 – 27 January 2026.
Our college is committed to providing a high-quality education for all its students. We have an amazing team of professionals who work collaboratively to help each of our Special Ed students reach their potential. Previous experience with ORS Funded students is an advantage, but not essential.
There may be an opportunity to apply for a position of responsibility with a Management Unit as part of this role. Come and join a warm and welcoming team.
The Job Description can be found here.
Applications are to include a cover letter, CV and the Waimea College Application Form. Please submit to Nicola Cruise – Nicola.cruise@waimea.school.nz before 4.00pm on Friday 13 June 2025.

Job Description (including pay rate) can be downloaded here.

Job Description (including pay rate) can be downloaded here.

Please download the Job Description for further information.
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).
