Job Vacancies

Our School:

Ka puāwai te koru, ka puāwai te tangata.

As the koru unfurls, so too does the person.

Te Puna Wai o Waipapa – Hagley College is a vibrant secondary school that plays an important role in the education of adolescent and adult learners across Ōtautahi. We welcome and celebrate a diverse range of ākonga and staff where everyone is encouraged to be who they want to be. We work as fully committed Te Tiriti o Waitangi partners, with culturally responsive practice at the heart of what we do. At Te Puna Wai o Waipapa – Hagley College, you will contribute to our unique culture and a key part of this will be developing strong learning relationships with kaiako, kaimahi and ākonga.  We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals.

Guidance Counsellor

0.6 FTE [15 hours per week] Fixed term, part-time for 2026

Covering secondment and extended leave

Te Puna Wai o Waipapa – Hagley College is seeking a fixed term, part-time [0.6 FTE] Guidance Counsellor who can provide accessible, professional counselling and guidance for members of the College.

If you are a NZ registered teacher and trained counsellor [NZAC Registration] we want to hear from you. We are looking for the right person who is keen to take up this role within our dynamic wellbeing team.

Please send  a cover letter, CV and Application form to sherron.harrison@staff.hagley.school.nz

Applications for this position close at 9.00am, Tuesday 11 November 2025

Job Description: Counsellor_Fixed Term_Nov 2025

Application form :Application-Form-Generic

Library Manager

Part-time, permanent – Term Time only

8.15am – 4.30pm Monday to Thursday

8.15am – 12.15pm Friday

40 weeks per year

We are seeking a permanent, part-time, term time only [35 hours per week] Library Manager to join our College, starting on January 28, 2026.

To be successful in this role you will need to be a proven leader who has a love of reading and literature. You will have excellent customer service skills, strong computer skills and be comfortable interacting with staff and students of all ages, race, gender and abilities.  Ideally you would have considerable previous library experience, a relevant library qualification or degree, and an approachable manner.  Experience with Accessit Library Management System would be an advantage.

The hours for this position are 8.15am-4.30pm, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday,  8.15am-12.15pm Friday [40 weeks of the year, Term time only].

A police vetting process will apply to this position.

Please send  a cover letter, CV and Application form to sherron.harrison@staff.hagley.school.nz

Applications for this position close at 9.00am, Wednesday 19 November 2025

Job Description: Library Manager_Oct 2025

Application form :Application Form 2025_Support Staff

ITM Guitar Teacher

Itinerant Teachers of Music [Attached Unit]

Position is Guitar speciality

The Forte Unit of Itinerant Teachers of Music [ITM] (based at Te Puna Wai o Waipapa – Hagley College) provide students with high quality music tuition within participating schools across the Canterbury Region.

We are seeking a fixed term, part-time [0.5 FTTE] qualified, highly effective and inspiring ITM Teacher starting 28 January 2026 until 27 January 2027.

Teachers are required for individual, small group and ensemble tuition to NCEA Level 3.  Some occasional extra-curricular duties/travel may be required.

Successful applicants will be trained, qualified, registered teachers; able to travel independently to rural schools as required (costs reimbursed).

Specialised position in Guitar

Applicants must have:

• Skills and experience in teaching a wide range of styles.
• A good understanding of the Music curriculum (Years 9-13).
• The ability to assist with NCEA performance preparation and assessment.
• Experience teaching individual and group lessons.
• Flexibility within repertoire and a willingness to work with the varying requirements of a diverse range of music departments.

The successful applicant needs to have current NZ teacher registration (preferred) or a Limited Authority to Teach (LAT).

Valid NZ Driver Licence and a reliable vehicle are required, as the role includes some travel to schools outside the Christchurch metropolitan area. Travel expenses will be provided.

All Itinerant Music Teachers regularly engage in collaborative team meetings with a focus on Professional development including a current focus on Tikanga and te reo Māori.

Applications for this position close at 9.00am, Wednesday 19 November 2025

Job Description: ITM Teacher Guitar_2026

Application form :Application-Form-Generic

Sports Co-ordinator

Permanent, part-time from 28 January 2026

Permanent, Part time [25 hours per week], Terms 1 and 4,  [30 hours per week] Terms 2 and 3, term time only.

Sport is a great way for students to engage with each other and the community. Be part of a dedicated group of staff responsible for getting our students active.

Key Roles:

1. Organise and supervision of lunch time and interval recreational programmes.
2. Assist with running of the Friday night Basketball Programme.
3. Assist the Head of Sport in:

• Encouraging students’ involvement in organised activities and upholding the department expectations of those involved
• Publishing weekly sports draws and results
• Maintaining sports equipment
• Maintaining the sports database
• Assisting with the running of school sports events including athletics, cross country etc
• Leading and mentoring the school Sports Council
• Developing department goals
• Communicating with staff and students4.Coach or manage a sports team each season

Coach or manage a sports team each season

A police vetting process will apply to this position.

https://www.hagley.school.nz/job-vacancies/

If this sounds like you, and the opportunity to work in a diverse, interesting and busy College appeals to you,

Please send  a cover letter, CV and Application form to sherron.harrison@staff.hagley.school.nz

Applications for this position close at 9.00am, Monday 24 November 2025

Job Description: Sports Co-ordinator 2026

Application Form: Application Form 2025_Support Staff