Kahunui teacher / outdoor instructor

St Cuthbert's College (Epsom); Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Bay of Plenty is seeking an outdoor instructor or teacher to lead outdoor activities and support student wellbeing. The ideal candidate will have outdoor qualifications and experience in pastoral care. This full-time, permanent position offers on-site accommodation and a collaborative work environment aimed at fostering resilience and personal growth among students.

Benefits

On-site accommodation

Staff insurance plan

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Positive, can-do attitude
• Ability to facilitate restorative conversations
• Experience in outdoor activities like sea kayaking or tramping

Responsibilities

• Lead outdoor activities including tramping and sea kayaking
• Prepare students for excursions and maintain gear
• Support Environmental and Hauora programmes

Skills

Outdoor qualifications

Pastoral care skills

Mentoring adolescents

Flexibility and initiative

Health and safety knowledge

Education

Full NZ driver licence

Secondary education experience

Job description

Overview

Kahunui teacher / outdoor instructor

Full time, Permanent

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

Disciplines: English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

Position details

Outdoor instructor or teacher with outdoor qualifications

Position: Full-time, permanent

Location: Whakatāne – Bay of Plenty

Accommodation: Provided On Site

Commencement date: 19 January 2026 (or earlier if available)

St Cuthbert’s College has been educating and inspiring young women for over a century. At the heart of this is Kahunui, our residential outdoor centre, where every Y10 student spends a transformative month in the Bay of Plenty, combining outdoor adventure with life skills education.

We are seeking a passionate outdoor instructor or teacher with outdoor qualifications and/or pastoral care experience to join our dedicated team. You will work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and College leaders to deliver a student-centred programme that develops resilience, self-confidence, and environmental awareness.

Responsibilities

• Leading outdoor activities including tramping, sea kayaking, mountain biking, and overnight camps
• Preparing students for excursions and maintaining gear
• Supporting Environmental and Hauora programmes
• Supervision and house tutor duties during intake periods

Qualifications / You’ll bring

• A positive, can-do attitude and ability to embody St Cuthbert’s “By Love Serve” motto
• Experience mentoring adolescents and guiding their growth
• Ability to facilitate restorative conversations with students
• Strong pastoral care skills to support student wellbeing
• A full NZ driver licence (or valid overseas equivalent)
• Flexibility, initiative, and professionalism in both independent and team settings
• Preferably, outdoor qualifications or secondary education experience (sea kayaking/tramping desirable)
• Strong health, safety, and wellbeing knowledge
• On-site accommodation including power, Wi-Fi, and heating
• Staff insurance plan and discounted medical Insurance
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Professional development and the chance to make a lasting impact on students’ lives
• Work in a stunning Bay of Plenty location surrounded by nature

Are you ready to combine outdoor adventure, pastoral care, and education in one life-changing role?

How to apply

If you wish to apply for this position, please follow the link below and submit a cover letter and CV.

Physical address: 122 Market Road, Epsom, Auckland