English Teacher

Sacred Heart College (Lower Hutt); Wellington; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacred Heart College (Lower Hutt) in Wellington is seeking a motivated English teacher for a full-time permanent role. The successful candidate will teach English across Years 7–13 and contribute to the department's initiatives.

They will collaborate with colleagues to foster a culturally responsive learning environment, support students, and participate in the school's extracurricular programme while upholding the Catholic character and Te Tiriti commitments.

Qualifications

• Must hold current full NZ teacher registration and be eligible to work in New Zealand.
• Ability to teach English up to Year 13 in NZ curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Join the English department and commence 28 January 2027.
• Teach English up to Year 13 and programmes across Years 7–15 as appropriate.
• Collaborate with colleagues to implement new initiatives and build inclusive, culturally responsive relationships.
• Contribute to the college's extracurricular programme.
• Respect the school's Catholic special character and participate in school life.

Skills

English teaching

Collaborative work

Culturally responsive teaching

Education

NZ teacher registration

Job description

Sacred Heart College (Lower Hutt) Wellington

Full time, Permanent

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher

English

We are seeking a motivated and experienced teacher to join our English department commencing 28 January 2027.

Applicants will have a good understanding of the New Zealand English curriculum, the ability to teach English up to Year 13, hold current full NZ teacher registration and be eligible to work in New Zealand.

We are seeking someone who will encourage students to develop their love of language and literature. They will enjoy working collaboratively with colleagues to implement new initiatives and build positive, culturally responsive relationships. Please state other subjects.

The successful applicant will be able to work with and support our students, contribute to the development of an inclusive and supportive environment and be able to demonstrate commitment to honour the principles of Te Tiriti Waitangi and the College's values of Mana Atua, Mana Tangata, Mana Tīpuna, Mana Whenua, and Mana Mātauranga. Involvement with the College's extracurricular programme is also expected.

The successful applicant will be expected to recognise and respect the school’s Catholic special character and be actively involved in the total life of the school, in a manner which respects the religious instruction given and religious observances practiced within the school.

Sacred Heart College Lower Hutt has shaped and influenced the lives of young women since 1912. It was established by Euphrasie Barbier, foundress of the Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions. Her vision was to provide young women with a Catholic education and skills to equip them for the world. Sacred Heart College is proud of its past and the place it still holds today as a successful educator of talented women.

Sacred Heart College inspires all students to reach their full potential through an education built on Gospel values, while providing opportunities for leadership and continuing excellence in their chosen pursuits.