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Pakūranga College has an extensive Arts programme within a high-performing and well-established Arts Faculty. We are seeking a Head of Art to lead our Art Department and contribute to our successful Art programme, including Painting, Photography, Design and Art History.

The successful candidate will be an aspiring leader and teacher, with sound curriculum knowledge and a forward-thinking approach. The position commences at the beginning of Term 1, 2027.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A strong understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum in the Arts and Art.
• Willingness to work and lead collaboratively within a team environment.
• The ability to connect with and inspire a diverse range of learners.
• Be willing to embrace our digital learning environment and to contribute to the active co-curricular life of the school.
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and inclusive education practices.

If you would like to discuss the role or arrange a visit to meet us beforehand, please contact our Deputy Principal, Chris Wall via: [email protected]

Applications will be assessed progressively, and interviewing may commence before the advert closes at 4.00pm on Sunday 4 October.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead our vibrant Outdoor Education Department within the Health and Physical Education Faculty. Our well-resourced department is committed to a forward-thinking curriculum with diverse pathways that inspire students.

The ideal candidate will be a collaborative leader and educator who has experience in teaching and leading in the Outdoor Education field and can actively contribute to the ongoing development of our strong departmental pathways. The ability to inspire and grow teachers in this space is paramount to its success.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Sound knowledge of education in the outdoors.
• The ability to connect with and inspire a diverse range of teachers and learners.
• A strong understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum in Health and Physical Education.
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and inclusive education practices.
• Willingness to work collaboratively within an innovative team environment.
• Enthusiasm for contributing to and developing co-curricular opportunities for students within the school.

If you would like to discuss the role or arrange a visit to meet us beforehand, please contact our Deputy Principal, Ceri Cheshire via: [email protected]

Applications will be assessed progressively, and interviewing may commence before the advert closes at 3.00pm on Thursday 8 October. The position commences at the beginning of Term 1, 2027.

Pakūranga College is seeking to employ a passionate and dedicated Arts Coordinator to support our vibrant Arts Faculty by promoting and supporting the Arts co-curricular programme and events. This position reports to the Head of the Arts Faculty and is a permanent position for 35 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 Admin Grade B and the hourly rate will be based on experience.

There will be occasions when there is a requirement for flexible working arrangements to accommodate events.

The position will include tasks such as:

• Event Planning and Execution: Supporting the and implementation of faculty events.
• Logistics and Calendar Coordination: Managing room reservations, event bookings, and calendar scheduling. Coordinate documentation and logistics for co-curricular trips and external competitions.
• Rehearsal and Student Leadership Support: Oversee co-curricular group rehearsals, liaise with itinerant music teachers, and provide guidance to the student-led Arts Council.
• Digital and Media Support: Providing technical and media assistance, including event photography, videography, digital archiving, video creation, and sound and lighting preparation.
• Marketing and Promotion: Producing internal promotional materials, maintain visual displays across campus, and provide updates on student achievements for school communications.
• Resource and Equipment Management: Oversee the inventory, ordering, storage, and maintenance of instruments, costumes, props, set and art supplies.
• Provide cocurricular and events administrative duties, including co-curricular records management, daily notices, student service awards processing, leadership interviews and yearbook content preparation.

The successful applicant will have:

• Attention to detail and be well organised.
• Broad understanding of or experience in the Arts.
• Experience in event coordination and the ability to work effectively during live performances.
• Digital competencies including video and photograph editing and work with document templates.
• The ability to work both independently and as a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills – verbal and written.
• Initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and meet critical deadlines.
• Proven capacity to lead, mentor, and inspire young people in a collaborative environment.
• A can-do attitude.

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply for this position. Appointment and commencement is subject to a satisfactory police vet. Applications close at 5.00pm on 11 October, 2026.

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

Carol Stephenson
Executive Officer
[email protected]

We are seeking a passionate teacher of Science to join our high-performing and well-established Science Faculty. Previous experience teaching NCEA would be an advantage. Please state your Science specialist subject.  The position commences at the beginning of Term 1, 2027.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A strong understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum in Science.
• The ability to connect with and inspire a diverse range of learners.
• Willingness to engage with our digital learning environment and to contribute to the active co-curricular life of the school.
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and inclusive education practices.
• Willingness to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Applications will be assessed progressively, and interviewing may commence before the advert closes at 3.00pm on Friday 2 October.

We are seeking a passionate and skilled teacher of English and Media Studies to join our vibrant and well-established English Faculty. The successful candidate will have experience in classroom English teaching across a range of year levels and abilities, and a willingness to support a variety of English pathways. The position commences at the beginning of Term 1, 2027.

Pakūranga College has a collaborative and dynamic English Faculty that focuses on building critical thinking and literacy skills in all students.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A strong understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum in English and Media Studies.
• Enthusiasm for contributing to and developing innovative literacy pathways.
• The ability to connect with and inspire a diverse range of learners.
• Be willing to embrace our digital learning environment and to contribute to the active co-curricular life of the school.
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and inclusive education practices.
• Willingness to work collaboratively within a creative team environment.

If you would like to discuss the role or arrange a visit to meet us beforehand, please contact our Deputy Principal, Larraine Barton via: [email protected].

Applications will be assessed progressively, and interviewing may commence before the advert closes at 3.00pm on Friday 9 October.