Careers
Working at Scots College means you will be part of a leading, independent, co-educational school. You will be part of a team of highly qualified staff who genuinely care about supporting each other and who are committed to providing a top quality education experience for our students.
As part of an independent review, staff and students at Scots College were asked by an external consultant how they would describe the current culture and feel of Scots College. The most common responses are listed below.
Welcoming, friendly, inclusive, proud traditions, family feel, dynamic, happy, lots of opportunities, caring, comfortable, all round education, holistic, explorative, creative, safe physically and emotionally, diverse, culture of self-improvement, progressive, student led initiatives, empathetic, supportive, personalised, high standards expected, adults know you, unified, connected, respectful, wrap around care.
We are proud of the report findings, which are a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire College Staff. They are also a strong indicator of what it means to work here.
Scots College prides itself on high quality teaching and building all-round character, but it takes a whole village to deliver an exceptional educational experience. We also have a large team of operational and administration staff who work behind the scenes and are an integral part of the team. This includes IT, marketing, finance, a health centre, and property and catering staff.
To learn more about Scots College, please click the button below to view our Candidate Information Pack.
Current Vacancies
Head of Athletic Development
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and suitably qualified professional to lead the ongoing development of sports performance programmes and athlete pathways across the College.
Reporting to the Director of Co-curricular Activities, and working closely with Directors of Sport, coaches, athletes and teaching staff, the successful candidate will provide leadership in the planning, development, and evaluation of sporting programmes that support student participation, talent development, and athletic excellence. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen athlete pathways, support coaching capability, and promote lifelong engagement in sport across the College community. They will also contribute to the design and implementation of injury prevention and rehabilitation programmes, with a focus on best-practice return-to-play protocols, while leading the College’s Long-Term Athlete Development programme.
This position plays an important role in supporting the growth of sport at Scots College by fostering athlete development, promoting participation and wellbeing, and strengthening performance pathways across multiple sporting codes.
This is a permanent, full-time position of 40 hours per week. The salary for this role will be in the range of $75,000 to $80,000 per annum.
With a national and international reputation for excellence, Scots College is a world-class independent school with a strong Presbyterian Heritage. It is a fully co-education, IB World School in the eastern suburbs of Wellington, New Zealand, and comprises three schools in one: Junior (Years 0–6), Middle (Years 7–10), and Senior (Years 11–13). We provide our students with an excellent and holistic education within a vibrant learning environment with the aim of allowing them to contribute as global citizens who think creatively, reason critically, communicate effectively, and develop the necessary skills to learn. For life.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following key attributes:
- A relevant master’s degree in Sports Science, Strength and Conditioning, Physical Education, or a related field.
- ASCA Professional Level 2 Accreditation.
- At least three years' relevant professional experience in sports development, athlete development, strength and conditioning, or high-performance sport environments, including a minimum of two years’ experience working in a school environment.
- Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and evaluating student athlete development and sports performance programmes.
- Proven experience using athlete monitoring and performance tracking systems to support athlete progression and programme outcomes.
- Experience working collaboratively with coaches, athletes, and sporting stakeholders.
- Experience delivering educational workshops, presentations, or engagement initiatives for athletes, coaches, and parents.
- Sound knowledge of long-term athlete development models, talent development pathways, and contemporary sports development principles.
- Current First Aid and Youth Mental Health First Aid certification, as well as at least Module 1 of Physical Restraint Training.
- Strong communication, planning, and stakeholder management skills.
- Demonstrated experience in the delivery of student pastoral care support and a commitment to student wellbeing, safeguarding, and the promotion of positive sporting environments.
If you are motivated by the prospect of being part of a wonderful organisation and would enjoy the challenges of this exciting role, then we would be delighted to hear from you.
Applications close on 21 October 2026 and are to include a covering letter and current CV (stating least the last five years of work history and providing details of at least two recent referees).
Applications must be applied via our Applicant Portal.
Read more about the role.
Scots College Human Resources
PO Box 15 064, Miramar
Wellington 6243
hr@scotscollege.school.nz
04 388 0850
Teacher of Spanish
We are seeking to appoint a talented and motivated Teacher of Spanish to teach in our Middle (Years 7–10) and Senior (Years 11–13) Schools. This is a part-time (0.6), permanent appointment commencing January 2027.
With a national and international reputation for excellence, Scots College is a world-class independent school with a strong Presbyterian Heritage. It is a fully co-education, IB World School in the eastern suburbs of Wellington, New Zealand, and comprises three schools in one: Junior (Years 0–6), Middle (Years 7–10), and Senior (Years 11–13). We provide our students with an excellent and holistic education within a vibrant learning environment with the aim of allowing them to contribute as global citizens who think creatively, reason critically, communicate effectively, and develop the necessary skills to learn. For life.
Scots is a dual pathway school offering both NCEA and IB Diploma to senior students. At Year 11, we offer the Tohu, a tailor made, future-focussed award, and at Years 7–10, we offer the IB Middle Years Programme. Experience teaching the MYP would be advantageous, but training will be provided to the successful candidate.
Applicants should have:
- Suitable teaching qualifications, certification as a teacher, and a current practicing certificate from the Teaching Council NZ
- The right to work in New Zealand
- Excellent general Spanish teaching experience
- A passion for Spanish and the ability to inspire students
- Superior communication, interpersonal, organisational and time management skills
- A desire to foster excellence
- The ability to promote learning and a passion for education
- The ability to support focussed change
- A commitment to our special character and co-curricular programmes
- A commitment to the College’s desire to promote international mindedness and multi-cultural understanding, as well as student wellbeing
If you are motivated by the prospect of being a part of a dynamic teaching environment and would enjoy the challenges of the role, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Applications close on 21 October 2026 and are to include a covering letter and current CV stating all teaching subjects and at least the last five years of work history with details of at least two recent referees provided.
Applications must be applied via our Applicant Portal.
Scots College Human Resources
PO Box 15 064, Miramar
Wellington 6243
hr@scotscollege.school.nz
04 388 0850
Head of Faculty Mathematics and Head of Senior School Mathematics (3 m/u)
We are seeking a passionate, innovative, and future-focussed educational leader to lead our dynamic Mathematics Learning Area. This key faculty leadership role is responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of Mathematics across the Middle and Senior Schools, as well as for curriculum leadership as Head of Senior School Mathematics. This is a permanent, full-time position commencing 26 January 2027.
With a national and international reputation for excellence, Scots College is a world-class independent school with a strong Presbyterian Heritage. It is a fully co-education, IB World School in the eastern suburbs of Wellington, New Zealand, and comprises three schools in one: Junior (Years 0–6), Middle (Years 7–10), and Senior (Years 11–13). We provide our students with an excellent and holistic education within a vibrant learning environment with the aim of allowing them to contribute as global citizens who think creatively, reason critically, communicate effectively, and develop the necessary skills to learn. For life.
Scots College offers a dual pathway for senior students offering both NCEA and the IB Diploma. The College is fully authorised to deliver the Diploma Programme and Middle Years Programme.
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Experience leading a curriculum area, and the staff within
- Preferable, experience teaching NCEA and/or IBDP Mathematics to Year 13
- A passion for Mathematics, and the ability to promote student engagement and achievement to highest levels
- Superior communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- A desire to foster teaching excellence and support focussed curriculum change in an NZ or international context
- The ability to motivate and inspire young people to achieve their potential
- A willingness to embrace contemporary educational practice and contribute to the College's strategic vision for learning
- A commitment to our special character and co-curricular programmes
- A commitment to promote international mindedness, multi-cultural understanding, and student wellbeing
- The right to work in NZ
Applications close on 19 October 2026 and are to include a covering letter and current CV stating all teaching subjects and at least the last five years of work history with details of at least two recent referees provided.
Applications must be submitted via our Applicant Portal.
Scots College Human Resources
PO Box 15 064, Miramar
Wellington 6243
hr@scotscollege.school.nz
04 388 0850
Short-Term Relief Teachers
Scots College is looking to build its relief teacher register and would love to hear from certificated teachers who would be available to teach on a casual basis within the College. We are interested in considering both primary and secondary trained teachers.
With a national and international reputation for excellence, Scots College is a world-class independent school with a strong Presbyterian Heritage. It is a fully co-education, IB World School in the eastern suburbs of Wellington, New Zealand, and comprises three schools in one: Junior (Years 0–6), Middle (Years 7–10), and Senior (Years 11–13). We provide our students with an excellent and holistic education within a vibrant learning environment with the aim of allowing them to contribute as global citizens who think creatively, reason critically, communicate effectively, and develop the necessary skills to learn. For life.
To apply for a position as a relief teacher, you must be fully qualified as a teacher and hold a current New Zealand practicing certificate, issued by the Teaching Council NZ. You must also have the right to work in New Zealand as a New Zealand citizen or resident, or be the holder of a suitable work visa.
Applications are to include a covering letter, which states all teaching subjects, a CV, and the names of at least two referees. Please submit these by e-mail to:
Scots College Human Resources
PO Box 15 064, Miramar
Wellington 6243
hr@scotscollege.school.nz
04 388 0850
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