Head of Drama
Full-time, Permanent

This is an exciting opportunity to grow our Drama Department and to join our supportive Faculty of Arts as Head of Drama. We are looking for a suitably qualified, dynamic and passionate teacher to join us in Term 3, 2023.

We are looking for an educator who will inspire and encourage students of all abilities to achieve their goals.

Our staff must be willing to embrace our digital learning environment and to contribute to the active co-curricular life of the school.

For overseas teachers looking to move to New Zealand teach, the terms and conditions, including base salary, for this position is set by the relevant collective agreement. 

If you would like to discuss the role or arrange a visit to meet us beforehand, please contact our Principal, Michael Williams, on principal@pakuranga.school.nz before applications close at 5.00pm on Friday 9 June.

Teacher of Special Education
Full-time, Permanent

We are looking for a qualified teacher who is passionate, caring and enthusiastic to work in our learning support department. This department caters for wonderful and vibrant students from Year 9–13+, with a range of special needs and talents.

The candidate could have experience in special education, but this is not a necessity. Suitable applicants will have an interest in working with students who have various social, emotional and behavioural needs. Primary or secondary trained teachers are welcome to apply. It is essential that the candidate is flexible with the needs of our students and ready to deliver authentic learning programmes. A positive attitude is a must and a sense of humour is just as important. Excellent people skills are a necessity.

Enjoy all the same benefits as other teachers, but with job satisfaction that is second to none.

Our staff must be willing to embrace our digital learning environment and to contribute to the co-curricular life of the school.

For overseas teachers looking to move to New Zealand to teach, the terms and conditions, including base salary, for this position is set by the relevant collective agreement. 

If you would like to discuss the role or arrange a visit to meet us beforehand, please contact our Principal, Michael Williams, on principal@pakuranga.school.nz before applications close at 5.00pm on Friday 2 June.

Teacher Aides – Pegasus Learning Centre
Fixed Term, Term Time Only

Pakuranga College is seeking to employ two Teacher Aides to work in the Pegasus Learning Centre, part of our Special Education Department.

These are fixed term positions for 30 hours per week during secondary term time only.

Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Support Staff in Schools Collective Agreement and this position has been graded as Grade B and the hourly rate will be based on experience.

The position will include tasks such as:

• Working with high needs ORS funded students
• Helping students with their work including learning activities
• Supporting the classroom teacher
• Personal needs of students (Tiaki Allowance)
• Responding to and supporting the changing needs of the students
• Assisting with life skills education
• Assisting with education outside the classroom (e.g. swimming, exercise classes)
• Follow individual education plans

The successful applicant will have:

• Empathy, tolerance, patience and diplomacy
• The ability to remain calm and in control
• A proven history of working with young people
• The ability to work both independently and as a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills – verbal and written
• Have the ability and flexibility to adapt to changing situations
• A can-do attitude

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply for this position. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory police vet prior to commencing.

Please apply in writing including a cover letter, CV, application guidelines and at least two referees to:

Carol Stephenson
Executive Officer
cstephenson@pakuranga.school.nz