Teacher of technology, hospitality

Nayland College; Nelson; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Nelson is looking for a passionate hospitality teacher to join a dynamic technology team. The role involves sharing innovative food and hospitality skills, collaborating with colleagues, and mentoring students. Applicants must be NZ registered and familiar with the NZ Curriculum. This fixed-term position offers the opportunity to teach in a progressive school community in beautiful Nelson.

Qualifications

• Must be NZ registered and fully conversant with the NZ Curriculum.
• Experience in teaching hospitality is required.
• Ability to embed Mātauranga Māori within the curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Share skills in food, hospitality, and catering innovatively.
• Collaborate with colleagues in a supportive environment.
• Mentor and develop young people.

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 26/01/2026, End Date: 11/12/2026 (Maternity leave)

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

Nayland College is held in high regard as an educational leader whose hard-working staff provide balanced educational opportunities that meet our students’ needs.

We are seeking a forward-thinking, passionate and dynamic hospitality teacher to join our progressive and collegial technology team.

The successful applicant will:

• Enjoy sharing their skills and knowledge of food, hospitality and catering in innovative ways to help students reach their full potential.
• Work collaboratively with their skilled colleagues in a supportive learning area.
• Be student focused.
• Recognise and value the importance of embedding Mātauranga Māori within the curriculum.
• Be adept at using technology when and where appropriate to enhance teaching and learning.
• Enjoy mentoring and developing young people.

Nayland College is a progressive, co-educational school with a reputation for developing engaging and inspiring learning programmes. We have been recognised for educational excellence and are located in the beautiful city of Nelson, giving you the opportunity to teach whilst having access to all the natural beauty and lifestyle options the Nelson/Tasman area is famous for.

The college’s values of success, opportunity, ako and respect underpin our teaching and learning, and your commitment to those values through our PB4L and restorative practices is an expectation. As a school we are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and to our vision of ‘toitoi manawa;’ inspiring, engaging and empowering learners to soar high and reach their full potential.

Applicants must be NZ registered, fully conversant with the NZ Curriculum and have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

How to apply

Please complete the attached application form, include a covering letter and CV detailing qualifications and previous experience, and either email or post to the details below.

Physical address:
166 Nayland Road, Stoke, Nelson

Postal Address:
166 Nayland Road, Stoke, Nelson, 7011