English Teacher, fixed-term, full-time

School Jobs; Wellington; On-site; NZD 66,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellington College invites applications for an English Teacher (fixed-term, full-time) commencing Term 1, 2027. The successful candidate will contribute to a student-centred English Learning Area, delivering high-quality lessons and fostering a love for literature and language.

We seek a professional, collaborative educator; the base salary range is NZD 65,685 to NZD 105,686 under the Secondary Teachers Collective Agreement, with actual salary set after assessment.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching English, preferably to NCEA Level 3.
• Interest in literature and language and ability to foster a love of study.
• Able to work collaboratively within a team and learning area.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality English lessons to students.
• Contribute to the extensive English Learning Area programme and curriculum.
• Participate in the college's PLD programme and professional development.
• Support co-curricular activities and school events as required.

Skills

English teaching

NCEA Level 3

Scholarship awareness

Education

NCEA Level 3

Job description

Description Of Vacancy

English Teacher, fixed-term, full-time

This position is to commence at the beginning of Term 1, 2027

We seek a professional, innovative and enthusiastic team player to join our English Learning Area. We invite applications for a student-centred teacher of English who is passionate about delivering high quality education and nurturing a love for literature and language in our students.

As a valued member of our dedicated English Learning Area, you will contribute to a collaborative educational environment, where professional growth and development is encouraged and supported. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in teaching English, preferably up to NCEA Level 3, and perhaps Scholarship.

Wellington College is committed to a culturally sustaining and inclusive approach to learning, teaching and leadership.

Wellington College is an innovative and leading boys' school with a proud history of academic, arts and sporting success, with quality teaching and learning at the heart of all we do. We seek to be transformative and for our teachers to thrive in their professional experiences with us. We value serving our community and offer a broad curriculum and supportive environment, with opportunities for teachers to develop as educational leaders. We are a research-invested school and provide opportunities for teachers to enhance their practice through authentic engagement with research and evidence within our PLD programme.

Successful applicants would be expected to participate in the extensive co-curricular programme of the college.

We look forward to hearing how you could add value to our team.

Applications close Monday, 9 November 2026 5pm

Suitable for a first-year teacher.

Start date: 28/01/2027

End date: 27/01/2028

Reason for fixed-term: maternity leave

The terms and conditions, including base salary, for this position is set by the Secondary Teachers Collective Agreement (STCA). The base salary for trained and registered teachers will range from $65,685 to $105,686, depending on the applicant’s qualifications and experience. An individual’s actual base salary will be established by a salary assessment once a role is confirmed.

We would anticipate the hours of work to be approximately 40 per week.

Darrell Harvey

(he/him)

Associate Headmaster