Full Time - Permanent

"Piki tahi, eke tahi" — climb together, achieve together.

Kapiti College is an awesome school of approximately 1,500 students, a wonderful place to both learn and work. We prioritise student wellbeing while inspiring every ākonga to strive for excellence.

Our direction is guided by four Pou:

Pou 1: Excellence and Achievement – Fostering excellence in a supportive environment to equip students for the future.  

Pou 2: Well-being and Belonging – Creating a safe, inclusive space where everyone feels pride and a sense of belonging.  

Pou 3: Whānau and Community Partnerships – Building strong connections with whānau, mana whenua, and the community.  

Pou 4: Cultural Growth – Celebrating diversity while embedding Mātauranga Māori and the values of Parihaka Mai Ai.

These Pou reflect our everyday aspirations, and the Parihaka Values guide our journey. As the Lead Guidance Counsellor, you will focus primarily on Pou 2 by upholding student wellbeing and belonging, while supporting Pou 1 by removing barriers to achievement, Pou 3 by building strong whānau and community partnerships, and Pou 4 by delivering culturally responsive practices.

About the Role  

Located in Te Whare Awhina, our dedicated wellbeing hub, you will lead and manage a team consisting of three Counsellors and one Within-School Social Worker. Your responsibilities will include delivering professional counselling support for students in Years 9–13, coordinating safe responses, and implementing proactive whole-school wellbeing initiatives aligned with our Pou.

We are seeking a registered counsellor (or equivalent) with:  

- Proven leadership or senior counselling experience in a secondary school (preferred)  

- Strong knowledge of adolescent mental health, resilience, and restorative practices  

- A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi

- Excellent skills in supervision, team development, and community partnerships  

This is a rewarding opportunity to lead a professional team in a values-driven school where your work will truly make a difference.

Please send your CV, letter, application form and direct enquiries to:

Wendy Marsh

Margaret Road, Raumati Beach, Paraparaumu 5032

jobs@kc.school.nz

04 902 5121

Applications close 16 April

Permanent Part Time, Term Time Only Position, starting Monday 26 April 2026

8 Hours per Week (worked as negotiated with the Head of the Technology Department) 

In this hands-on role, you will support practical learning in our well-equipped workshop by:

• Conducting daily and weekly health and safety checks, with a strong understanding of safe practices and compliance requirements

• Performing routine and preventative maintenance, as well as minor repairs on tools and machinery

• Managing the inventory of materials, consumables, and stock to ensure smooth operations

• Keeping the workshop organised, neat, tidy, and secure at all times

• Constructing and fabricating essential resources, including custom jigs, fixtures, storage units, and teaching aids.

The ideal candidate will be practical, safety-focused, organised, and enjoy working in a school environment where their contributions directly support student learning and creativity. Experience in a school workshop, trade, or similar setting is advantageous.

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 If you are enthusiastic about maintaining a dynamic learning space and possess the necessary skills, 

Please submit your application by Monday 6 April 2026, at 3:00pm. Include the application form (located above or by emailing wendy.marsh@kc.school.nz), attach your CV, and write a brief letter explaining how your skills and interpersonal abilities can support outstanding teaching and learning at Kapiti College. 

Please send your entire application to jobs@kc.school.nz.

Full-Time, fixed-term   - Applications Close 10th April, 3 pm.

Kapiti College – Science Department 

Kapiti College is an Excellent school with a very collegial staff, where collaboration and support define our daily work. Our Science department is strongly led by an experienced HOD and a dedicated team of assistant teachers, providing excellent leadership, resources, and teamwork to foster innovative science education. Kapiti College is seeking a passionate Teacher of Science to join our dynamic and well-resourced Science department. 

This is a fixed-term, full-time (1.0 FTE) position for 1 year to cover refreshment leave, starting at the beginning of Term 3, 2026. The primary focus is general Science teaching across year levels, but it would be an advantage (not a requirement) if you could also teach Senior Chemistry. Please clearly state in your application any other curriculum areas you can teach (e.g., other senior sciences, junior Science specialities, or core subjects) that could contribute to a full 1.0 FTE load.

Our Vision statement is "Piki tahi, eke tahi"—climb together, achieve together. We nurture wellbeing in a caring whānau, inspiring learners to pursue excellence and leave with the skills to thrive. Our direction is anchored by our four Pou:

Pou 1: Excellence and Achievement – Fostering excellence in a supportive environment to equip students for the future.

Pou 2: Well-being and Belonging – Creating a safe, inclusive space where everyone feels pride and belonging.

Pou 3: Whānau and Community Partnerships – Building strong links with whānau, mana whenua, and the community.

Pou 4: Cultural Growth – Celebrating diversity while embedding Mātauranga Māori and Parihaka Mai Ai values.

Please send your CV, cover letter, application form and direct enquiries to:

Wendy Marsh

Margaret Road, Raumati Beach, Paraparaumu 5032

jobs@kc.school.nz

04 902 5121

Full-Time, Permanent - Applications Close 04/03/2026

Kapiti College – Creative Technologies Department 

Are you an innovative teacher ready to inspire the next generation of creators? Kapiti College is seeking a passionate Teacher of Textiles & Fashion to join our well-resourced Technology department.

Our Vision statement is "Piki tahi, eke tahi"—climb together, achieve together. We nurture wellbeing in a caring whānau, inspiring learners to pursue excellence and leave with the skills to thrive. Our direction is anchored by our four Pou:

Pou 1: Excellence and Achievement – Fostering excellence in a supportive environment to equip students for the future.

Pou 2: Well-being and Belonging – Creating a safe, inclusive space where everyone feels pride and belonging.

Pou 3: Whānau and Community Partnerships – Building strong links with whānau, mana whenua, and the community.

Pou 4: Cultural Growth – Celebrating diversity while embedding Mātauranga Māori and Parihaka Mai Ai values.

This is a permanent, full-time (1.0 FTE) position starting in term 2, 2026 (negotiable). While Textiles and Fashion is the primary focus, the applicant must be a versatile practitioner. To complete a 1.0 FTE timetable, please clearly state other curriculum areas you can teach (e.g. Food Technology, DVC, or other core subjects would be an advantage).

Please send your CV, cover letter, application form and direct enquiries to:

Wendy Marsh

Margaret Road, Raumati Beach, Paraparaumu 5032

jobs@kc.school.nz

04 902 5121