Vacancies
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Bethlehem College has established a reputation for providing quality all round Christian education. Christian thought and practice is integrated across the curriculum, which is broad based and includes excellence in academics, sports, the performing arts and the shaping of moral leadership and service.

Requirements for all applications

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.

Teacher Position - Professional Referee's Report

Support Staff Position - Professional Referee's Report

Counsellor Position - Professional Referee's Report

Day Relievers
Applications are invited from NZ registered teachers who are eligible to work in NZ (NZ Resident or have NZ Citizenship). If you would like to be added to our Day Reliever list please complete the online Application Form, and read the attached Statement of Belief form which you will be required to sign at the interview.
Teacher Vacancies
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Te Reo Maori Teacher - Part-time, Permanent

Applications are open for a positive, enthusiastic and passionate teacher to teach Year 7-13 Te Reo Maori Kaiako. Applicants must have a thorough understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum and the NZQA framework; and be competent to teach Levels 1-3 Te Reo Maori, however applicants able to teach at any of the Year levels (7-13) will be considered. This role also involves active engagement in the Primary and Secondary kapa haka programme. Applicants are required to have an active personal Christian faith.

Please note: Employment is conditional on NZ Teacher Registration.

Position commences: Term 3, 2024 

Applications close: Monday 29th July, 9am.

Primary Teacher - Full-time, Permanent

Applications are open for a positive, enthusiastic, and passionate teacher to join our Primary team.  Applicants must have a thorough understanding of the New Zealand curriculum. They will have a collaborative approach and sound teaching & learning practices. Applicants are required to have an active personal Christian faith.

Please note: Employment is conditional on NZ Teacher Registration.

Position commences: Term 1, 2025 

Applications closing date: Friday 2nd August, 9 am.

Primary Teacher - Full-time, Fixed term (1 year)

Applications are open for a positive, enthusiastic, and passionate teacher to join our Primary team.  Applicants must have a thorough understanding of the New Zealand curriculum. They will have a collaborative approach and sound teaching & learning practices. Applicants are required to have an active personal Christian faith.

Please note: Employment is conditional on NZ Teacher Registration.

Position commences: Term 1, 2025 

Applications closing date: Friday 2nd August, 9 am.

English Teacher - Full-time, fixed term (maternity leave)

Applications are open for a positive, enthusiastic and passionate teacher to join our Junior Secondary team and English Department, and teach a Year 9 Homeroom class, plus Senior Secondary English classes. Must have a thorough understanding of the New Zealand curriculum. State curriculum strengths. Applicants are required to have an active personal Christian faith.

Please note: Employment is conditional on NZ Teacher Registration.

Position commences: Term 4, 2024 (start date negotiable)

Applications closing date: Thursday 22nd August, 9 am.

Nutrition & Health Teacher (Food & Nutrition/Home Economics) - Full-time, fixed term (maternity leave)

Applications are open for a positive, enthusiastic and passionate teacher to join our Nutrition & Health Department and teach Nutrition & Health for Years 7-13 with a focus on Food and Nutrition/Home Economics. Must have a thorough understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum and the NZQA framework. Applicants are required to have an active personal Christian faith.

Please note: Employment is conditional on NZ Teacher Registration.

Position commences: Term 1, 2025

Applications closing date: Thursday 22nd August, 9 am.

Support Staff Vacancies
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Food Technician - Part-time, Permanent

We are currently seeking a Food Technician to join our dedicated team in a permanent, part-time position, 5 hours per week, 40 weeks per year, on Thursdays between the hours of 8:00 am and 3:30 pm.  The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring that practical lessons are conducted efficiently and hygienically, contributing to a positive and effective learning environment.

The working hours will likely increase to 27 per week effective 2025, so applicants must be willing and able to take on additional hours if required.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work in liaison with the Head of Department.
  • Shop weekly for food items and ensure cupboards are stocked. 
  • Collate weekly food orders and recipes for classes.
  • Maintain accurate budget records.
  • Prepare food items for all practical classes as per the timetable.
  • Prepare demonstration food for teachers.
  • Support teachers and students during practical classes.
  • Adhere to food safety and health regulations.
  • Implement correct food handling practices.
  • Transport, pick up and carry ingredients up 10kg.
  • Manage food waste and recycling.

 
Key Qualifications and Skills: 

  • Post Secondary Certificate or Diploma in a relevant field or previous experience as a Food Technician in a school environment.
  • 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.
  • Effective team working skills.
  • Excellent organisation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Initiative and creativity in task completion.
  • Good knowledge of specialty foods and where to source food items.
  • Effective budget management skills.
  • Ability to work without direct supervision.
  • Proficiency in using technology to maintain accurate records.
  • Ability to drive to shop for goods.
  • Ability to lift and transport boxes and other items up to 10 kg.
  • Flexibility in hours and willingness to undertake additional hours each week if required.

Remuneration: 
In accordance with the Support Staff in Schools Collective Agreement
Grade 2, Step 2

Position commences: Term 3 

Applications closing date: Wednesday 7th August, 9 am.

Counsellor Vacancies
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Counsellor - part-time, fixed term 

Applications are open for the position of Counsellor at our Bethlehem Tauranga campus to cover a period of parental leave from August 2024 until May 2025, working part-time, 24 hours per week over 4 days.  These hours will be worked when the school is open for instruction. 

Key Responsibilities:
The position reports to the Head of Counselling and the successful applicant will be an NZAC/ NZACC registered counsellor, with experience working with children and youth from Years 1 to 13 and their whanau/family; will also be able to work with a range of modalities to support varying needs in our learning community; will build and maintain networks with external agencies, work as a member of a collaborative and established counselling team, work with teachers, groups of students, and work efficiently under pressure. 

Key Qualifications and Skills: 

  • 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.
  • Qualified Counsellor/mental health professional with a degree in Counselling, Social Work or Psychology.
  • Current memberships with NZCCA or NZAC and commitment to the NZAC Code of Ethics or equivalent professional association.
  • Experience of working with Primary age students in an educational school setting is preferable.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and records consistent with ethical and legal guidelines.
  • Operate within Ministry of Education Guidelines, and school procedures and policies.

 

Remuneration:
$37 per hour.

Position commences: August 2024

Applications closing date: Monday 29th July 2024, 9am.