1. Application form
If you wish to apply, please complete the online application form via the button below the vacancy description.

2. Character Referee's Report
Applicants are required to have an active personal Christian faith. A character reference report is required from a Pastor or similar person, which indicates your present (or recent) involvement with a Christian church or fellowship. Please refer your Character Referee/s to this site where they can complete the online Character Referee's Report.

3. Professional Referee's Report
Professional references are required from a current or past employer/colleague/leader. Please ask them to complete a Professional Referee Report. This is additional to any character reference. Please refer your professional referees to this site where they can complete the online Referee Report.

4. Statement of Belief
Please refer to the 'Statement of Special Character' and the 'Statement of Belief' documents via this link. Successful applicants are required to sign the 'Statement of Belief' as part of their employment documents.

Assistant Head of Secondary Position - Professional Referee's Report

Teacher Position - Professional Referee's Report

Support Staff Position - Professional Referee's Report

We are seeking an experienced and capable educational leader to join our Secondary Leadership Team as Assistant Head of Secondary.

This is a significant leadership opportunity for a relational, faith-driven educator who is committed to shaping a Christ-centred learning environment and contributing to the strategic and day-to-day leadership of a thriving secondary school.

The Role
The Assistant Head of Secondary works closely with the Head of Secondary and SLT to:

• Lead and support staff to deliver high-quality teaching and learning
• Strengthen systems, processes, and organisational effectiveness
• Foster a culture of collaboration, growth, and shared responsibility
• Support the holistic development and welfare of students and staff
• Contribute to strategic planning and long-term school improvement
• Oversee staff development,  performance management, and professional growth to support continuous improvements
• Act on behalf of the Head of Secondary when required and upholding responsibility for agreed portfolios, systems, and operational leadership

This role requires a leader who can balance operational clarity with relational leadership, and who is confident making decisions aligned with the College’s vision and values.

About You
You will demonstrate:

• A deep, authentic Christian faith and commitment to Christian education
• Appropriate teaching qualification and current NZ Teaching Council Registration
• Proven leadership capability within a secondary school context
• Strong organisational, systems and data-informed leadership capability
• The capacity to lead change, while maintaining relational trust
• A commitment to developing both staff and student leadership
• Alignment with the College’s mission, vision, and special character

As outlined in the position description, this role calls for a leader who models integrity, humility, and service, and who actively contributes to a Christ-like culture of unity, growth, and excellence.

What We Offer

• A well-established and supportive Secondary Leadership Team
• A strong Christian community with a clear mission and vision
• Opportunities to influence strategic direction and school-wide practice
• A culture that values growth, excellence and service

Start date: Negotiable

Applications close: Friday 8th May, 9:30am

Applications are open for a positive, enthusiastic and passionate teacher to join our English department teaching ESOL English classes for students in Years 7-10. Must have a thorough understanding of the New Zealand curriculum and the NZQA framework. 

Applicants are required to have an active personal Christian faith and a willingness and ability to take part in religious instruction appropriate to the special character of Bethlehem College shall be a condition of appointment, as provided for in the school’s Integration Agreement and Schedule 6, Clause 47 of the Education and Training Act 2020.

Please note: Employment is conditional on NZ Teacher Registration.

Position commences: Term 3, 2026

Applications close: Friday 15^th May, 9am.

Applications are open for Casual Teacher Aide positions, to be part of our Learning Support Department, and be available on a casual basis.

Key Responsibilities:

• A strong willingness to fully commit to the special Christian character, mission, and vision of Bethlehem College.
• Commitment to a life sustained by a vital Christian faith.
• Ability to work collaborate effectively within a team and follow the classroom teacher’s direction.
• Proficiency in aiding student learning and supervising their work.
• Strong interpersonal skills coupled with a professional demeanour.
• Willingness to undertake personal care tasks for students if necessary.
• Adaptability to diverse situations and tasks if required.
• Appreciation and respect the diversity, heritage, language, and culture of all students, their whanau and College staff.
• Demonstrated commitment to the principles of te tiriti o Waitangi, and willingness to make the effort to use te reo Māori in carrying out this role. 
• Completion of a satisfactory police vetting check is a condition of employment.

Key Qualifications and Skills:

• Post Secondary Certificate or Diploma in a relevant field or previous experience as an administrator or teacher aide in a school environment.
• Professional interpersonal, communication and strong problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in student information systems is desirable (however, training will be provided). 

Remuneration is aligned with the Support Staff in Schools Collective Agreement, Grade B.