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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 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 (Fixed Term – Full Time)

We are currently seeking a Fixed Term, Full Time Teacher of Science to join our team for the 2025 school year (28 January 2025 – 27 January 2026).  This position will teach a combination of junior and senior science.  Please state senior specialist subjects within in your application.

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 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.  These values are reflected in the school motto: Semper Contendite (Always Strive).

Applications are to include a cover letter, CV and the Waimea College Teaching Application Form.  Please submit to Nicola Cruise – Nicola.cruise@waimea.school.nz  before 4.00pm on Tuesday 8 October 2024.

Our standard Teacher Job Description is available here.

Beginner Teachers are welcome to apply.

English / ESOL Teacher (Permanent – Full Time)

We are currently seeking a Permanent, Full Time Teacher of English/ESOL to join our team from the start of the 2025 school year (28 January 2025).  The ideal candidate will have strength in improving the literacy outcomes for all students including English Language Learners.

Please state senior subject specialisation and experience within in your application.

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 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. These values are reflected in the school motto: Semper Contendite (Always Strive).

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 Tuesday 8 October 2024.

Our standard Teacher Job Description is available here.

Health & Physcial Education Teacher (Permanent – Full Time)

We are currently seeking a Permanent, Full Time Teacher of Health & Physical Education to join our team from the start of the 2025 school year (28 January 2025).  This position will teach a combination of junior and senior classes.  Please state senior specialist areas within in your application.

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 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. These values are reflected in the school motto: Semper Contendite (Always Strive).

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 Tuesday 8 October 2024.

Our standard Teacher Job Description is available here.

Beginner Teachers are welcome to apply.

Social Science Teacher (Permanent – Full Time)

We are currently seeking a Permanent, Full Time Teacher of Social Science to join our team from the start of the 2025 school year (28 January 2025).  This position would suit a Social Science teacher specialising in senior tourism although there will also be junior Social Studies included. Please state other senior Social Science specialist areas.

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 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. These values are reflected in the school motto: Semper Contendite (Always Strive).

 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 Tuesday 8 October 2024.

Our standard Teacher Job Description is available here.

Beginner Teachers are welcome to apply.

 English Teacher (Fixed Term – Full Time)

We are currently seeking a Fixed Term, Full Time experienced Teacher of English to join our team for the 2025 school year (28 January 2025 – 27 January 2026).  Please state senior subject specialisation and experience within in your application.

Please note we are also advertising for a separate Permanent English Teacher position from 2025.

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 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. These values are reflected in the school motto: Semper Contendite (Always Strive).

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 Tuesday 8 October 2024.

Our standard Teacher Job Description is available here.

Health & Physical Education Teacher (Fixed Term – Full Time)

We are currently seeking a Fixed Term, Full Time Teacher of Health & Physical Education to join our team for the 2025 school year (28 January 2025 – 27 January 2026).  This position will teach to senior levels, please state senior specialist areas within in your application.  This position is in addition to the Permanent, Full Time position we are also advertising.

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 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. These values are reflected in the school motto: Semper Contendite (Always Strive).

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 Tuesday 8 October 2024.

Our standard Teacher Job Description is available here.

Beginner Teachers are welcome to apply.

Te Reo Teacher (Permanent – Full Time)

We are currently seeking a Permanent, Full Time Teacher of Te Reo to join our team from 2025 (28 January 2025).  The successful applicant will also be required to teach other subjects, so please state experience and qualifications in other curriculum areas within your application.

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 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. These values are reflected in the school motto: Semper Contendite (Always Strive).

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 Tuesday 8 October 2024.

Our standard Teacher Job Description is available here.

Beginner Teachers are welcome to apply.

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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