1. Application form
If you wish to apply, please complete the online application form via ‘Apply’ button below the position 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.

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Counsellor Position - Professional Referee's Report

Bethlehem College Secondary comprises of Junior Secondary (Y7-9) and Senior Secondary (Y10-13).  The initial scope of this role is the learning and academic progress of senior students Y10 to 13.

1. Support the Head of Secondary in upholding the College’s Special Character by undertaking key responsibilities and actively engaging with students across a variety of activities. 
2. Provide leadership in partnership with the Head of Secondary and senior leaders, ensuring alignment with the College’s Christian values, curriculum, and strategic priorities.
3. Lead the design, development, and implementation of programmes, policies, and procedures to enhance teaching, learning, and overall college operations.
4. Foster collaborative relationships with staff, students, and families, promoting open communication and shared responsibility towards achieving the College’s vision.
5. Cultivate a nurturing environment that encourages learning, wellbeing, and spiritual growth, with a balanced focus on academic achievement and personal development.
6. Overseeing staff professional growth cycle and professional development, ensuring continuous improvement.
7. Act on behalf of the Head of Secondary as required, making key decisions to maintain smooth operations in their absence.
8. Manage exams, reporting, and curriculum planning as needed, aligning processes with the school’s educational priorities.
9. Provide pastoral care and disciplinary support as required, fostering a respectful, caring environment consistent with Christian values.
10. Ensure effective use of budget and material resources to support teaching and learning initiatives.
11. Lead and Mentor a team of Curriculum Leads.
12. Undertake additional responsibilities and portfolios in consultation with the Principal and Head of Secondary, adapting flexibly to the College’s changing needs.

In addition to these responsibilities, you will teach up to 0.4 FTE, demonstrating highly effective classroom management and organisation skills.

Commencement Date:  Term 1, 2025 or by negotiation

Applications close:  Monday 2nd December. *Previous applicants need not apply.

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Mr Chris Niles, Head of Secondary at [email protected]

Applications are open for a positive, enthusiastic and passionate teacher to join our Physical Education team and teach Year 7-11 PE classes. Applicants are required to have an active personal Christian faith.

Please note: Employment is conditional on NZ Teacher Registration.

Position start date: Term 1, 2025 

Applications closing date: Wednesday 4^th December, 9 am.