Employment

Our academic results are well above national achievement rates, and this academic excellence is attained through outstanding teaching and learning, and a culture of care, positive relationships, and genuine whanaungatanga which stem from our Catholic faith.  In addition to the excellent academic achievements of our kura, we also offer a professional learning programme designed to meet the interests of teachers and positively impact student outcomes.

If you are a Registered Teacher (either Primary or Secondary) and are interested in being part of our relief teacher pool, please contact Principal’s PA on employment@sanctamaria.school.nz.

Please support your application with a covering letter outlining your experience and reason for wanting to work at Sancta Maria College, and an up-to-date CV.

Full time, permanent position.
Starting Term 1, 2026

We are seeking an energetic, confident, and innovative professional to join our collaborative Social Sciences team.

You must have a genuine passion for education, be a flexible thinker, embrace our Special Catholic Character, and celebrate the diversity of our college community.
Candidates who creatively seek student engagement, build positive relationships, and inquire into their own practice, are welcome to apply.  We will continue to support your professional growth.

We are looking for someone who is:
• creative with planning and curriculum delivery in Geography and junior Social Studies
• able to teach to senior levels / scholarship
• wishing to work in and contribute to a high performing department.

Sancta Maria College is a wonderful place to work, and as a member of our positive and friendly staff you will be supported by our teacher wellbeing programme. We strongly recommend a visit to the College to see our highly motivated and engaged students and the excellent quality of teaching and learning offered at Sancta Maria College.

Commitment to the Special Character of the College and a full participation in the co-curricular programme are conditions of employment.

Please direct your enquiries and send your application form with all required supporting documents to Principal’s PA, employment@sanctamaria.school.nz.  Applications close at 3pm on Monday 29 December 2025

Please click on the links below to access all application documents:

• Information for Applicants
• Position Description for Teacher of Geography
• Application Form for Teacher of Geography

Full time, permanent position.
Starting Term 1, 2026

We are seeking an energetic, confident, and innovative professional to join our collaborative Social Sciences team.

You must have a genuine passion for education, be a flexible thinker, embrace our Special Catholic Character, and celebrate the diversity of our college community.
Candidates who creatively seek student engagement, build positive relationships, and inquire into their own practice, are welcome to apply.  We will continue to support your professional growth.

We are looking for someone who is:
• creative with planning and curriculum delivery in History and Classics and junior Social Studies
• able to teach to senior levels / scholarship
• wishing to work in and contribute to a high performing department.

Sancta Maria College is a wonderful place to work, and as a member of our positive and friendly staff you will be supported by our teacher wellbeing programme. We strongly recommend a visit to the College to see our highly motivated and engaged students and the excellent quality of teaching and learning offered at Sancta Maria College.

Commitment to the Special Character of the College and a full participation in the co-curricular programme are conditions of employment.

Please direct your enquiries and send your application form with all required supporting documents to Principal’s PA, employment@sanctamaria.school.nz.  Applications close at 3pm on Monday 29 December 2025

Please click on the links below to access all application documents:

• Information for Applicants
• Position Description for Teacher of History & Classics
• Application Form for Teacher of History and Classics

Full time, permanent position.
Starting Term 1, 2026

We are seeking an energetic, confident, and innovative professional to join our collaborative team.

You must have a genuine passion for education, be a flexible thinker, embrace our Special Catholic Character, and celebrate the diversity of our college community.
Candidates who creatively seek student engagement, build positive relationships, and inquire into their own practice, are welcome to apply.  We will continue to support your professional growth.

We are looking for someone who is:
• creative with planning and curriculum delivery in Religious Education
• able to teach to senior levels / scholarship
• wishing to work in and contribute to a high performing department.

Sancta Maria College is a wonderful place to work, and as a member of our positive and friendly staff you will be supported by our teacher wellbeing programme. We strongly recommend a visit to the College to see our highly motivated and engaged students and the excellent quality of teaching and learning offered at Sancta Maria College.

Commitment to the Special Character of the College and a full participation in the co-curricular programme are conditions of employment.

Please direct your enquiries and send your application form with all required supporting documents to Principal’s PA, employment@sanctamaria.school.nz.  Applications close at 3pm on Friday 9 January 2026.

Please click on the links below to access all application documents:

• Information for Applicants
• Position Description for Teacher of Religious Education
• Application Form for Teacher of Religious Education
• Special Character Application Form

37.5 hours a week, secondary school term time only, permanent position.
Starting Term 1, 2026

Are you well organised and great interpersonal skills?
If so, we would love to hear from you.

We are seeking an energetic, confident, and organised professional to lead our collaborative Library team. You must have a genuine passion for education, be a flexible thinker, support our Special Character, and celebrate the diversity of our college community.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a vibrant, enthusiastic and experienced Head Librarian with a high degree of communication and library skills.  The successful person would possess the ability to interact positively and in a professional manner with staff and students.

Experience in senior literature and cataloguing skills, within a secondary school environment, is essential.

Sancta Maria College is a wonderful place to work, and as a member of our positive and friendly staff you will be supported by our teacher Wellbeing programme.

Please direct your enquiries and send your application form with all required supporting documents to Principal’s PA, employment@sanctamaria.school.nz.  Applications close at 3pm on Friday 9 January 2026.

Please click on the links below to access all application documents:

• Information for Applicants
• Job Description for Head Librarian
• Application Form for Head Librarian

27.5 hours a week (with some flexibility), secondary school term time only, fixed term position.
Starting Term 1, 2026

We are seeking an enthusiastic, passionate and motivated Learning Support | Teacher Aide with great initiative and communication skills to join our vibrant Learning Support Department. You must have a genuine passion for education, be a flexible thinker, support our Special Character, and celebrate the diversity of our college community.

The successful applicant will be required to work with a variety of students across the College (from Year 7 – 13) with varying needs and talents.  You will also need to work as a team member with teamers and other staff members, showing empathy and care to the needs of young adolescents.

Sancta Maria College is a wonderful place to work, and as a member of our positive and friendly staff you will be supported by our teacher Wellbeing programme.

Please direct your enquiries and send your application form with all required supporting documents to Principal’s PA, employment@sanctamaria.school.nz.  Applications close at 3pm on Friday 9 January 2026.

Please click on the links below to access all application documents:

• Information for Applicants
• Job Description for Learning Support & Teacher Aide
• Application Form for Learning Support & Teacher Aide

Part time (1.5 hours a week), secondary school term time only, fixed term position.
Starting Term 1, 2026

We are seeking a positive and approachable professional Cello teacher to join our collaborative Music team.

You must:

• Be a qualified and experienced musician and itinerant music teacher.
• Have full registration or hold a current LAT for 2026.
• Share in the philosophy of the school and the importance of Music as an important part of education.
• Hold personal and professional values that are inclusive of all students and their diverse backgrounds and model these appropriately both in class and in the wider school.

Please direct your enquiries and send your application form with all required supporting documents to Principal’s PA, employment@sanctamaria.school.nz.  Applications close at 3pm on Friday 16 January 2026.

Please click on the links below to access all application documents:

• Information for Applicants
• Application Form for Teacher of Cello
• Position Description for Teacher of Cello

Part time (20 hours a week), secondary school term time only, fixed term position.
Starting Term 1, 2026

We are seeking a proactive, highly organised, and detail-focused Homestay Co-Ordinator to join our International Department. This is a term-time role, with some additional weeks required during peak periods.

This is a vital position supporting our international students and their host families. You will play a key role in ensuring students are placed in safe, caring, and supportive homestay environments, while maintaining compliance with all relevant Codes of Practice, school policies, and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support homestay placements for international students
• Maintain clear and effective communication between students, host families, agents, and school staff
• Monitor student wellbeing and homestay suitability
• Ensure compliance with the Education (Pastoral Care of International Students) Code of Practice and school policies
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Support a positive and seamless homestay experience for all involved

Skills and Experience

• Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding written and verbal English
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and database systems (eSchool experience is advantageous; training will be provided)
• Strong empathy and understanding of young people from diverse cultural backgrounds
• High level of efficiency and attention to detail
• A proactive, solution-focused, friendly attitude and the ability to work effectively as part of a team

Additional Requirements:

• New Zealand residency or a valid New Zealand work visa
• Clean full driver’s licence
• Police vetting clearance (required for working with young people)
• Commencement January 2026, date negotiable the duration of the fixed term will be determined by the number of students requiring accommodation.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of international students while working within a supportive and collaborative school environment.

Please direct your enquiries and send your application form with all required supporting documents to Principal’s PA, employment@sanctamaria.school.nz.  Applications close on 19 January 2026; however, we encourage you to apply promptly as interviews may commence prior to the close date.

Please click on the links below to access all application documents:

• Information for Applicants
• Application Form for Homestay Co-Ordinator (International Department)
• Position Description for Homestay Co-Ordinator (International Department)