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 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
Head of Athletic Development
We have a vacancy to work with our Director of Co-curricular Activities to assist with the development and implementation of strength and conditioning programmes within multiple sports codes across the College. The successful candidate will work in collaboration with the directors of the various codes to ensure that the specific strength and conditioning needs of each team are met. They will also participate in the design and implementation of injury prevention and rehabilitation programs, with a focus on sensible return to play protocols, and lead our Long Term Athlete Development programme. Ideally, the willingness to participate as a sport’s coach or manager could add weight to your application.
This is full time position for 40 hours per week. During term time, the work will be across the day at times to suit athletes, although over vacation periods, hours will be based around assisting with tours and events. The salary will be in the range of $70,000 to $75,000 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 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.
Key attributes of the successful candidate include:
- An appropriate qualification
- A demonstrated experience of at least two years in strength and conditioning work
- Considerable experience coaching and programming in a high-performance sports environment
- Holding a current First Aid certificate and being able to demonstrate training in emergency response
- The ability to motivate athletes to achieve their maximum potential
- Having training in nutrition and supplementation to support the performance of athletes
- Be an excellent communicator, able to effect active cooperation and collaboration between directors, coaches, and athletes
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.
To read the Job Description, click here.
Applications close on Friday 29 August 2025 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 are to be submitted electronically to:
Scots College Human Resources
PO Box 15 064, Miramar
Wellington 6243
hr@scotscollege.school.nz
04 388 0850
Weekend and Casual Cleaning
Scots College is looking for an energetic person or people to join its Cleaning team. The successful candidate/s will bring can-do experience to our unique environment to ensure that the cleanliness of the College is kept to the forefront at all times.
We currently have 8 hours of work available on Sunday during College term time only. There will also be opportunities for additional work on other days and times to cover for cleaner absences if this was of interest.
Please note that we can only accept applications from candidates with an existing right to work in New Zealand.
If you were successful in being appointed to this position, you can expect to be paid above the minimum wage to be part of a small team working in a dynamic environment.
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.
“Person Profile” of the Successful Candidates:
Having had experience in a similar role, you will be reliable and hard-working, as well as capable of managing the physical demands of this work. You must be able to demonstrate:
- You must currently have the right to work in New Zealand
- Good referee reports
- A proactive approach to your work
- Energy and enthusiasm
- Good communication skills
- A strong health and safety focus
- An eye for being able to spot the little things that make a big difference
- A “can do” attitude
- A work history which shows your reliability and honesty
- The ability to work alone or alongside others, as required
- A clean police vet
If you tick all of the above boxes and are looking for a role in which to utilise these skills, please send us your application.
Applications will close when the vacancy is filled. They are to include a covering letter and current CV detailing at least the last five years and including the names of at least two referees. Please state all your previous work experience. Applications are to be submitted electronically via Seek: WEEKEND and CASUAL CLEANING Job in Strathmore Park, Wellington - SEEK
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:
Scots College Human Resources
PO Box 15 064, Miramar
Wellington 6243
hr@scotscollege.school.nz
04 388 0850
Why Scots?
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