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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Applications are open for a positive, enthusiastic and passionate teacher to join our Secondary Mathematics Department. Experience and proven ability to teach Statistics to Year 13/Scholarship would be an advantage.  Please state other supporting subjects. 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: 28^th January 2026

Applications close: Tuesday 16^th September, 9am.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Applications are open for a positive, enthusiastic and passionate teacher to join our Art department and teach Art classes. Must have a thorough understanding of the New Zealand curriculum and the NZQA framework.

Please note: Employment is conditional on NZ Teacher Registration.

Position commences: 28^th January 2026

Applications close: Wednesday 24^th September, 9am.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Applications are open for a positive, enthusiastic and passionate teacher to join our English department teaching English classes across Years 9-13. Must have a thorough understanding of the New Zealand curriculum and the NZQA framework.

Please note: Employment is conditional on NZ Teacher Registration.

Position commences: 28^th January 2026

Applications close: Wednesday 24^th September, 9am.

We look forward to receiving your application.

We are seeking a highly organised, relational, and proactive Administrative Services Manager to join our team. This pivotal role reports to the Deputy Principal and is responsible for enabling effective strategic and operational leadership by overseeing administration systems, processes, and teams across the College.  

This is a 40 hour per week role, Monday to Friday, worked across 52 weeks per year with requirements to work during evenings and weekends from time to time.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide PA support to the Deputy Principal, including diary management and project coordination.
• Lead and support the Administration Lead Team to ensure streamlined, consistent, and collaborative administrative services across all College sites.
• Oversee College-wide administrative systems, including calendar management, contractor processes, and procedural documentation.
• Coordinate and monitor Health & Safety processes, including Police vetting, first aid training, and event RAMS compliance.
• Support key College events.
• Manage and maintain technology systems such as KAMAR, College Hub, and online forms, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility.
• Oversee administration budget codes.

What We’re Looking For

• Commitment to the special Christian character, mission, and vision of Bethlehem College.
• Relevant postgraduate qualification and / or significant administration experience (preferably in an educational environment).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, SharePoint, Forms) and experience with database systems such as KAMAR.
• Strong IT systems administration and data management skills, with the ability to generate reports and improve processes.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and team leadership skills.
• Adaptable, proactive, and able to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Current, full, and clean NZ driver’s licence.

Remuneration is aligned with the Support Staff in Schools Collective Agreement, Grade 5.  Step 1.

Applications closing date: Tuesday 23rd September, 9 am.

We are seeking an Office Manager & PA to the Head of Chapman who will lead the Chapman school office as a warm, professional, and Christ-centred hub for students, staff, and visitors.

This is a key leadership support position, providing high-level administration and PA responsibilities with the overall management of the Chapman office.    The role ensures that daily operations run smoothly and that the culture of the school reflects the vision and mission of Bethlehem College.

This is a permanent, full-time role (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday) worked across 43 weeks of the year. Some evening and weekend work may be required from time to time.

You will:

• Lead and model a warm, Christ-like front-office culture.
• Provide proactive PA support including diary management, correspondence, and meeting organisation.
• Oversee administrative systems, records, communications, and compliance with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Manage finance, resources, and health & safety responsibilities.
• Support enrolments, student transitions, and whānau engagement in culturally responsive ways.
• Champion the effective use of digital systems (KAMAR, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, SchoolBridge).
• Collaborate across Bethlehem College Primary, Secondary, and Chapman to ensure unity and consistency.

 
About You

We are looking for someone who combine professional excellence and a heart for Christian service. You will bring:

• A personal commitment to the Christian faith, lived out with integrity.
• A post-secondary qualification (certificate or diploma) in a relevant field and/or significant experience as an office manager and/or PA in a busy environment (school or similar preferred).
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confidence using digital tools and school systems (Microsoft 365, KAMAR, SharePoint, SchoolBridge).
• A warm, relational manner that builds trust with staff, whānau, and visitors.
• First Aid certification (or willingness to train).

Remuneration is aligned with the Support Staff in Schools Collective Agreement, Grade 4.  Step 1.

Applications closing date: Tuesday 30 September 2025, 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.