Careers
Working at Scots College means you will be part of a leading, independent, co-educational school. You'll 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 a recent 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
Teacher Aide
We have a vacancy for a very special person to fill a role as a Teacher Aide in our Middle School. The role will be working with a wonderful student who is vision impaired for 20 hours per week and will commence at the beginning of Term 1, January 2025.
We would ideally like someone who has current teaching and/or Teacher Aide experience, who will fit in well with our Middle School (Years 7-10) and who has the confidence to work comfortably within this curriculum range. We would also consider someone who is new to this role but who meets the criteria outlined below. The role will require the applicant to upskill in the technology used by the student and liaise closely with the Learning Support Department, the student’s teachers, BLENNZ, and the student’s family. We are looking for someone with a lot of initiative, reliability, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to learn new skills.
Scots College is a co-educational IB World School in the Eastern suburbs of Wellington, New Zealand, and comprises three schools in one: Junior (Years 1-6), Middle (Years 7-10), and Senior (Years 11-13). We offer a vibrant learning environment for our students and recognise that working in groups, thinking critically, and solving problems are just as important as the knowledge we give them. At Scots, a future focussed education equips each student to thrive now, and in their futures, to learn. For life.
Applicants should have:
- Previous teaching or teacher aid experience (preferred but not essential)
- A passion for young people, especially those who find learning challenging
- The capacity to be patient, encouraging, and motivating
- Initiative and a willingness to adapt and problem solve
- The ability to manage young people
- Willingness to work as part of a team
- Superior communication and interpersonal skills
- Good IT skills as we are an online learning, future-focussed school
- A commitment to our special character and co-curricular programmes
- Willing to upskill in Braille technology (support and guidance is provided by the specialist teachers)
- Ability to problem-solve and "think on your feet" to adapt, explain, guide, and support a learner with low vision
- Adapt teaching methods to meet the learner’s needs
- Prepare and adapt resources and class materials (with support and guidance from the specialist teacher)
- Communicate well with class teachers and specialist teachers to plan for adaptations in upcoming activities
- Support the learner’s independence and self-advocacy
- Support social integration and participation in school activities
If you are motivated by the prospect of being part of our College and would enjoy the challenges of such a role, then we would be delighted to hear from you. If you would like further information on the role, please contact the Head of the College’s Āwhina Learning Support Department, David Carr on david.carr@scotscollege.school.nz.
Applications close on Friday 20 September and are to include a covering letter and current CV (including the names of at least two referees). Applications are to be submitted electronically to: hintonc@scotscollege.school.nz.
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For further information please contact:
Claire Hinton
Human Resources Manager
PO Box 15 064, Miramar
Wellington 6243
hintonc@scotscollege.school.nz
04 388 0854
Rowing Coaches
Scots College is a co-educational school in Wellington, for students ranging from Year 1 to 13. We are currently looking to recruit a team of part-time coaches for the upcoming 2024-25 rowing season. The successful candidates will have coaching and/or rowing experience.
Proudly an IB World School with a history of over 100 years of education, our motto is “Virtutem Paret Doctrina” – let education build all-round character.
Scots College Rowing Club is run by our coaching team and supported by our parent led Rowing Committee. The Scots College Rowing Programme is a smaller programme with numbers last season being around 25 students. We are striving to build the programme through creating an environment to harbour success. The College is affiliated with the Star Boating Club, where our rowers run most of their training sessions. Star Boating Club is home to many strong rowing schools and continues to grow in numbers.
We are looking for candidates to fill three main positions, i.e.:
- Assistant coach/es
- Head Coach
- Director of Rowing
All positions are part-time roles, in paid positions working as an independent contractor during the rowing season. These roles will commence any time from now through to March 25, so approximately 25-30 week’s work. The Coaches will lead our Junior/Novice program following the guidance of the Head Coach and Director of Rowing. Although this group will be their focus, they will work alongside all rowing athletes throughout the season.
These roles require flexible working hours (there are around 20 hours available per week between the coaches, so we can likely build a timetable to suit individuals) with all trainings either occurring early in the morning, straight after school, or during the weekend. There are multiple trainings during the week and overnight camps and regattas in Wellington, Hawke's Bay, Whanganui, and Karapiro.
To apply or for additional information, email hintonc@scotscollege.school.nz with your CV, and letter outlining your experience and why you are best fit for the role. Please also include the name of 2-3 recent referees (we will not contact these people without your permission).
For further information please contact:
Claire Hinton
Human Resources Manager
PO Box 15 064, Miramar
Wellington 6243
hintonc@scotscollege.school.nz
04 388 0854
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 1-6), 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: hintonc@scotscollege.school.nz.
For further information please contact:
Claire Hinton
Human Resources Manager
PO Box 15 064, Miramar
Wellington 6243
hintonc@scotscollege.school.nz
04 388 0854
Why Scots?
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