Vacancies


12 April 2024

Learning Support Coordinator, full time, permanent.

To commence as soon as possible.

Kāhui Ako ki Papakura is looking for a New Zealand registered, experienced teacher who is passionate about building relationships with learners, whānau and external agencies in a secondary school context to take up the role of learning support coordinator. This position is based at Papakura High School.

If you have the skills and the desire to support rangatahi with additional learning needs to access the support that they need to thrive, please apply.

The ideal applicant will be able to work collaboratively with a wide range of staff at Papakura High School as part of the learning support team and as part of a wider LSC team in the Kāhui Ako. The ability and willingness to work with students and whānau from diverse cultural backgrounds is imperative.

A good understanding of Ministry of Education and other external agencies would be an advantage, as would knowledge of learning support in a secondary school context (e.g. special assessment conditions criteria etc) however, training and support for further study would be provided for the right applicant.

Applications to include a cover letter, cv and the completed application form  to Philippa Kaisser, Principal's EA by 3pm on Friday 26 April. [email protected]


9 April 2024

Hard Materials Technician - part time (10 hours per week)

To commence as soon as possible.

We are looking for a technician to work in our growing Hard Materials Technology department.

Main responsibilities will include ordering supplies and materials; maintaining tools and equipment, and preparing resources and materials.

Previous experience as either a technology teacher or as a builder etc would be an advantage.

The successful applicant will be able to work independently but as part of a team in a busy, multi functional space.

A job offer is conditional on the successful applicant returning a satisfactory Police Vetting check.

Hours of work can be flexible and negotiated with the Head of Department and generally during term time only.

Applications, to include a CV and the completed application form to Philippa Kaisser, Principal's EA by 3pm on Friday 26 April


8 April 2024

Teacher in Whaia te Amorangi (Junior homeroom programme) - full time, fixed term

We are looking for a full time, fixed term (until the end of 2024) New Zealand experienced teacher for our homeroom programme for junior students in years 9 and 10, to commence on Monday 20 May 2024.

This programme is for students at risk of disengaging from education, that has been running successfully in our school for four years for senior students and was expanded last year to include a junior class. Would ideally suit a primary trained teacher.

The successful applicant will possess the following:

* a genuine passion for teaching in a high equity index kura and making a difference in students' lives and academic outcomes

* experience working with Māori and/or Pasifika students

* a genuine commitment to raising student achievement

* the ability to work independently and as part of a team

The terms and conditions, including base salary, for this position is set by the Secondary Teachers Collective Agreement. The base salary for trained and registered teachers will range from $62k to $95k, depending on applicant’s qualifications and experience. Individuals actual base salary will be established by a salary assessment once a role is confirmed.

Applications, to include the completed application form, to Philippa Kaisser, Principal's EA, [email protected] by 3pm 3 May 2024


8 April 2024

Lead School Nurse

To commence Monday 29 April or as soon as possible by negotiation.
40 hours per week.
We are looking for a lead nurse to join the multi-faceted team and work in our busy Wellness Centre (Hauora Hub). The successful applicant will be a registered nurse who has a passion for working with young people to improve health outcomes.
The ability to build positive relationships not only with rangatahi, but also their whānau and work with external providers to achieve the best possible outcomes for our students is essential.
The successful applicant will have strong cultural competency to be able to relate to our Māori and Pasifika students as well as be computer literate with strong written and communication skills.

They will be reliable, well organised and have a full driver licence.  

Must have a current First Aid certificate.

Applications, to include a cover letter, cv and the completed application form, to Philippa Kaisser, Principal's EA, at [email protected]. Applications close on Friday 26 April at 4pm


8 April 2024

Teacher at Te Aoatea - alternative education provider, full time, permanent (Readvertised) 

We are looking for an experienced, New Zealand registered teacher who has a passion for working with disadvantaged young people, for our alternative education unit. This caters for a small number of students who need more support to gain their full academic potential.

To commence as soon as possible by negotiation.

Knowledge of the New Zealand curriculum and in particular literacy and numeracy is essential. The position may suit a primary trained teacher.

The ability to build positive relationships with rangatahi and their whānau is essential and knowledge of Tikanga and Te Ao Māori would be an advantage,

Applications, to include a cover letter, cv and the completed application form to Philippa Kaisser, Principal's EA, [email protected]. Applications close 3pm Friday 26 April 2024

Previous applicants need not reapply


22 March 2024

Teachers of Juniors (Years 9 and 10), fixed term.

Due to roll growth, we are looking for three teachers for predominantly Years 9 and 10, to cover a range of subjects as well as the possibility of some senior classes or teaching in our Wednesday programme (career-based contextual teaching).

The successful applicants will have a passion for raising student achievement and will have high expectations of students and themselves. You will have the ability and willingness to teach individually as well as collaboratively in a high equity index, multicultural school as well as adapt to or implement changes in teaching and learning methods. The positions may suit primary or intermediate-trained teachers.

We are a growing kura and this is an amazing opportunity to be a part of our growth and future success. 

Please state teaching subjects and experience.

To commence as soon as possible by negotiation and finishing on 13 December 2024. There is the possibility that one or more of these positions will become permanent next year for the right person.

The terms and conditions, including base salary, for this position is set by the Secondary Teachers Collective Agreement. The base salary for trained and registered teachers will range from $62K to $90k, depending on the applicant’s qualifications and experience. Individuals actual base salary will be established by a salary assessment once a role is confirmed.

Applications, to include a cover letter, CV and the completed application form to Philippa Kaisser, Principal's EA, at [email protected] by 3pm, 5 April 2024.


Arts Coordinator / Careers admin assistant

Part time (10 hours per week) - Term time only

We are looking for someone to assist with the administration in two of our departments, Art and Careers. You will be involved in the day to day administration as well as in organising events, such as expos and exhibitions. Hours are flexible and negotiable with the HoDs of both departments.

This would suit someone who looking to work for just a few hours a week during the school terms only, such as a student or for anyone wanting to gain experience working in a High School environment. Occasionally you may be asked to work outside of school hours (evenings).

If you are interested, please email a cover letter and CV to Philippa Kaisser, Principals EA, [email protected] by Friday 8th March 2024


22 February 2024

Relief Teachers

We are looking for qualified teachers to join our pool of day-to-day relief teachers to start immediately, all subjects.

Previous experience working in a low decile school or kura an advantage but not a prerequisite.

Must be available at short notice and readily able to be contacted by phone.

If you are interested in relieving at our culturally vibrant school, please contact Chris Matthews, Tumuaki Tuarua (DP) at [email protected] or call the school on 09 296 4400



 Casual Cleaning Staff wanted for three hours per day to work at Papakura High School.

For more information, please contact Tash on 020 409 64745


Relief Teachers

We are looking for qualified teachers to join our pool of day-to-day relief teachers to start immediately, all subjects.

Previous experience working in a low decile school or kura an advantage but not a prerequisite.

Must be available at short notice and readily able to be contacted by phone.

If you are interested in relieving at our culturally vibrant school, please contact Chris Matthews, Tumuaki Tuarua (DP) at [email protected] or call the school on 09 296 4400


There are currently no open positions.