Scots College – Learning. For Life.

• Deputy Principal

• Fulltime Teacher of Science

• Personal Assistant to the Headmaster

Scots College - Deputy Principal

Scots College is a world-class independent school with a strong Presbyterian heritage.  It is based in the Eastern suburbs of Wellington, New Zealand, and offers a vibrant learning environment for boys, encouraging excellence in every facet of their education.  Scots College is proud of its dedicated staff who work hard to support and encourage the students. The school environment is strong and the staff work closely with parents to obtain the best outcomes for their sons. 

The College is proud to be an IB (International Baccalaureate) World School, offering a dual pathway for its senior students of either NCEA or the IB Diploma.  The College is fully authorized for the delivery of the Primary Years Programme and the Diploma Programme and is a candidate school for the Middle Years Programme.
 
We are seeking to appoint a Deputy Principal to join the Senior Management Team of the College. 
In this challenging role you will be a member of the Senior Management Team.  You will support and at times deputise for the Middle School Principal, and be involved in a range of activities.  Your teaching and student management experience and ability will be a critical part of what enables the College to provide an environment where the boys can excel.
 
You will have had significant middle management experience, or be aspiring for your next career challenge.  You will be well used to a dynamic environment where the wellbeing of the students is paramount.  You will be fully involved in all aspects of College life and pursue excellence in all you do.

Key attributes of the successful candidate include:- 

• The ability to promote learning
• A passion for boys’ education
• The ability to manage and motivate young men
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to our special character and co-curricular programmes
• Having a strong interest in the students, their families and the community
• High levels of integrity, practiced judgement and discretion
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Being a participating and contributing team player

If you are motivated by the prospect of being a part Scots College, then we would be delighted to hear from you.  We would ideally like the successful candidate to commence in this role in time for the beginning of Term 4 2013, so early – mid October.  However, this may be negotiable.

The closing date for applications is 5pm, Friday 7th June 2013.  Your application is to comprise a covering letter and current CV, stating teaching subjects and the names of at least three referees (referees will not be contacted without your permission).  Applications are to be submitted electronically to:

Claire Hinton
Human Resources Manager
Tel. 04 388 0854
PO Box 15 064, Miramar
Wellington 6243
hintonc@scotscollege.school.nz  

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Fulltime Teacher of Science

We are seeking to appoint a Teacher of Science with strengths in chemistry and/or physics up to scholarship level.  Candidates with excellent general science experience may also be suitable for this position.

Scots College is an independent, Presbyterian school for boys located in Strathmore, Wellington.  It is well known for its holistic approach to education, encouraging all its students to explore not only the academic, but the sporting, cultural and spiritual dimensions of life.  Its motto is “Learning. For Life” which reflects its objective to send each young man off into the world well prepared for the challenges ahead. This is your chance to work in a school that has created a culture, environment and atmosphere which all influence students’ learning.

Scots College offers a dual pathway for its senior students offering both NCEA and the IB Diploma.  The College is fully authorized for the delivery of the Diploma Programme and is a candidate school for the Middle Years Programme.

Applicants should have:

• Scholarship level teaching experience an advantage, especially in Chemistry
• Strengths in chemistry and/or physics
• Excellent general science experience
• The ability to promote learning
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• A passion for boys’ education
• The ability to manage and motivate young men
• A commitment to our special character and co-curricular programmes

If you are motivated by the prospect of being a part of a dynamic teaching environment and would enjoy the challenges of this exciting role, then we would be delighted to hear from you.

Applications close on Friday, 17 May 2013 and are to comprise a covering letter and current CV (stating all teaching subjects and including the names of at least three referees).  Applications are to be submitted electronically to:

Claire Hinton
Human Resources Manager

Tel. 04 388 0854
Email: hintonc@scotscollege.school.nz
Web: www.scotscollege.school.nz
PO Box 15 064, Miramar
Wellington 6243

Personal Assistant to the Headmaster

Scots College is a world-class independent school offering a vibrant learning environment for boys, encouraging excellence in every facet of their education. Scots College is proud of their dedicated staff who work hard to support and encourage the students. The school environment is strong and the staff work closely with parents to obtain the best outcomes for their sons.  
 
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Personal Assistant to provide executive level support to the Headmaster, College Executive team and the Board of Governors.
 
In this comprehensive PA role you will be working across a range of business and school related activities, with particular emphasis on the day to day running of the Headmaster's office. Managing the relationships and high volume workflow, you will provide a close level of support to the Headmaster, enabling the College to continue to provide an environment where the boys can excel.
 
You will have extensive PA experience and be well used to supporting a busy Chief Executive or Senior Manager in a similar level role. Key attributes include:- 
 
• Ability to engage in the business - have a strong interest in the students, their families and the community 
• High levels of integrity, practiced judgement and discretion 
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships 
• Exceptional planning and organisational skills 
• Participating and contributing team player
• Ability to manage a small administrative team 
 
To submit your application, please apply by using the link below. Alternatively, to find out more about this opportunity, please contact Diane Burborough at GBL Personnel on 04 472 0140.  
 
Closing date for applications is 5pm, Wednesday 22nd May 2013.

http://www.seek.co.nz/Job/personal-assistant/in/wellington-wellington/24480942