Current Vacancies

About Saint Kentigern:

Saint Kentigern is a leader among independent schools in Australasia, providing a high-quality value based Presbyterian education for students from 3 to 18 years old across three Auckland campuses. We are a values-based learning community focused on academic excellence, student wellbeing and service to others. 

About the role:

The role is 1FTE (Full-time)
The major functions of this role is to oversee and manage:

• The admission of all students to Saint Kentigern College
• To nurture strong and well-informed partnerships with Saint Kentigern Schools and the wider education community within New Zealand
• The College scholarship selection process
• To lead the College Admissions Team

About you:

The appointee will be a respected and experienced leader in education with a strong commitment to the values to foster the positive learning culture at Saint Kentigern.

Demonstrated a proven track record of:

• Stakeholder relationships / interpersonal relationships skills
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Planning and organisational capability
• Being a team player
• Sound understanding of marketing principals

How to apply:

Applications are to be submitted online using the vacancy link provided and are to comprise a covering letter and current CV (including the names of at least two referees). In your cover letter please state other teaching subjects (if appropriate). Please do not email your application.

Applications close Friday 23 June 2023.

Please visit https://www.saintkentigern.com/careers to find out more about working with us.

Please note, to be considered for this position you must meet the above criteria, be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

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This is an internal vacancy open only to current employees of Saint Kentigern College.

About the role

• 36 months fixed term position - Senior School House - Hamilton
• Position commences Term 3
• 2 MU’s

Key Responsibilities
Pastoral Care: 

• Actively support the Christian dimension of the College including monitoring student and staff attendance and involvement in the daytime and regular Sunday evening Chapel services
• Adhere to Child Protection and Privacy Policies
• Engender student attitudes and behaviours consistent with the aims of the Pastoral Care programme of the College:
  • A sense of belonging and loyalty to the House and College
  • An openness and supportiveness to one another, particularly within each Tutor Group
  • Tracking learning, monitoring targets and pathways for students.    

Administrative Tasks:

• Co-ordinate the organisation of House competitions and activities as agreed upon by the PCC
• Establish and maintain effective communication with the parent community
• Complete necessary reporting requirements to a high standard and in a timely manner
• Attend Parent Teacher Interview evenings and other Pastoral events, as required
• Assist students with course selection, academic pathways, and timetable changes
• Follow up unexplained absences
• Carry out, as directed by the Principal or Deputy Principal (PC) any House matters that may arise from time to time.    

Leadership:

•  Develop, promote and lead the House Pastoral Care Team under the direction of the Deputy Principal (PC)
• Liaise with the Pastoral Care Committee (PCC) to ensure successful implementation of the Tutor Programme, Peer Support and other school-wide activities
• Co-ordinate and lead all House activities, assemblies, and events with support from House Tutors, prefects, student leaders and student councils
• Establish and maintain high standards of discipline, uniform, behaviour, effort and responsibility amongst all House members
• Work with Deputy Principal to select Student Leaders
• Co-Lead a duty team one day a week
• Assist with planning of the Navigate programme or similar.    

Discipline:

• Monitor and ensure uniform and appearance of students in House is of a high standard
• Adhere to agreed pastoral guidelines for student behaviour
• Maintain the highest expectations for student behaviour
• Provide support for staff in matters of classroom learning, discipline, and behaviour
• Oversee behaviour of students in House at Chapel, Assemblies and ETT speakers, and other House events, e.g. Sports days, House Music.

Skills & experience
This role is ideal for someone who:

• Has a passion for students and supporting their pastoral and academic needs.
• Works well as part of a team with HOH, and other members of the Pastoral Care team.
• Is an excellent communicator and listener.
• Has strong interpersonal skills and is well-organised.
• Has demonstrated leadership experience within the College.

How to apply
Applications are to be submitted online using the vacancy link provided and are to comprise a covering letter and current CV. Please do not email your application.

Applications close Monday 5 June 2023– 4pm.

Please visit https://www.saintkentigern.com/careers to find out more about working with us.

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This is an internal vacancy open only to current employees of Saint Kentigern College.

Year 8 & 11 Mentor Coach

The role is a fixed-term position to oversee the leadership and training of Senior Mentors, develop and coordinate the Mentoring programme. 

The successful applicate will oversee selection of the Mentors and be responsible for the Middle School end of year programmes at the appropriate year group (Year 8 or Year 9).

How to apply

Applications are to be submitted online using the vacancy link provided and are to comprise a covering letter and current CV (including the names of at least two referees). Please do not email your application.

Applications close on Friday 9 June 2023.

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Ko Hāto Kēneti te tangata.
Ko Hāto Kēneti te kura.
Me ū ki te whakapono.
  
We have a unique opportunity at our kura to bring in a Kaiako Reo Māori to be part of our Saint Kentigern whānau.

About the role
You will be part of an inclusive, well-resourced team that follows a teaching philosophy centered around student engagement, student agency and achievement for all students.

This role will require you to develop modern teaching and learning practices in Te Reo Māori, and confidently teach Te Reo Māori across various year levels. You will need to demonstrate a willingness to maintain tikanga practices throughout the school environment, and work collaboratively with and assist the Head of Department of Te Reo Māori with strategic planning and evaluation of our Te Reo Māori Programmes

The role is 1FTE (Full-time). 0.6 FTE will be in Te Reo Maori and 0.4 FTE will be in English and/or Humanities classes depending on confidence/experience. 

About you

• Must have a good command of Te Reo Māori me ōnā Tikanga
• Qualified to teach secondary students in New Zealand (tertiary qualification in teaching, hold a current practising certificate and teacher registration
• Any other qualifications related to Te Reo Māori and Tikanga Māori an advantage
• Experience in Māori performing arts/kapa haka an advantage

How to apply

Applications are to be submitted online using the vacancy link provided and are to comprise a covering letter and current CV (including the names of at least two referees). In your cover letter please state other supporting subjects.  

Please do not email your application.

Applications close 8 June 2023 at 4pm.

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Saint Kentigern Girls’ School
Remuera, Auckland
 
Teacher – Year 7&8 (Fixed Term to cover a Parental Leave vacancy)
Commencing Term 4, 2023
 
Saint Kentigern Girls’ School is a leader among independent schools in Australasia.  An outstanding opportunity has arisen to join us at our stunning, new purpose-built site overlooking Orakei Basin.
 
We offer the unique mix of values-based independent Presbyterian education, coupled with a well established reputation for excellence.  Saint Kentigern offers a ‘world of opportunity’ for young people and their employees.
 
We seek a collaborative and forward-thinking teacher to join our Senior School team, who fosters learning through inquiry and holds strong New Zealand Curriculum knowledge.  The successful applicant will be one of life’s enthusiasts, working to deliver all round excellence in education for girls. Applicants must have strong communication and interpersonal skills. Strength in the teaching of Mathematics is an advantage.
 
We offer stunning world class facilities, small classes, and engagement with the wider Saint Kentigern Schools network, including professional development and leadership opportunities.
 
To join the committed, professional team at Saint Kentigern please apply online using the vacancy link below and include a current CV, NZ Teacher Registration, and cover letter.
 
Please do not email applications.
 
Applications close Tuesday 6 June 2023 at 9:00am
For more information on Saint Kentigern Girls’ School refer www.saintkentigern.com

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