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
Marketing Manager
A vacancy has arisen for an experienced and values-driven Marketing Manager to lead the College’s marketing and communications function during an exciting period of strategic growth and development. Reporting to the Director of Advancement, and as a senior member of the Advancement leadership team, the successful candidate will drive and continue the innovative development of all aspects of the College’s marketing and communications. The role operates within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment and plays a key role in supporting student acquisition, community engagement, and capital fundraising initiatives.
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-educational, IB World School in the Eastern suburbs of Wellington, New Zealand, and comprises three schools in one: Junior School (Years 1–6), Middle School (Years 7–10), and Senior School (Years 11–13). Our students receive an excellent, holistic education within a vibrant learning environment, our aim being to enable them to contribute as global citizens who think creatively, reason critically, communicate effectively, and develop the necessary skills to Learn. For life.
As Marketing Manager, you will develop marketing and communication strategies aligned with the College’s Strategic Intent and Advancement priorities. Working closely with the Director of Advancement and Senior Leadership, you will provide strategic leadership to the Marketing team, manage workflows and deadlines across multiple priorities, and contribute creatively to whole-of-College initiatives.
The Marketing Manager will manage a small team, with key responsibilities including:
- In conjunction with the Director of Advancement, developing and implementing marketing and communication plans for the College and its subsidiary organisations.
- Managing communication channels including e-newsletters, publications, social media, and the website.
- Managing advertising campaigns and College promotion.
- Strategic oversight, planning, and management for student recruitment events.
- Aligning marketing activities with other Advancement programmes, including community engagement and fundraising initiatives.
As guardian of the Scots College brand, the successful candidate will have:
- A tertiary qualification in marketing, business communications, or a related discipline
- Relevant work experience in education, nonprofit, or comparable complex, mission-driven environments
- Experience developing and delivering integrated, omnichannel marketing and communications strategies
- Experience supporting major institutional initiatives (e.g., capital campaigns, large-scale projects)
- Experience managing and working within an approved marketing budget
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships
- Highly organised, with clear thinking and the ability to manage multiple priorities to deadline
- Demonstrated project management capability from initiation through delivery
- Demonstrated competence in social media strategy, advertising, and content generation
- Confidence operating as both a strategic leader and hands-on contributor in a collaborative environment
- Strong alignment with the College’s philosophy and values, with sound professional judgement.
- Understanding of independent education in New Zealand (or ability to develop this quickly)
- Familiarity with design software and marketing technologies (an advantage)
If you are motivated by the opportunity to lead marketing and communications in a values-driven, forward-looking independent school with a strong community and global outlook, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Applications close on Wednesday 25 February 2026 and are to include a covering letter and current CV (stating at least the last five years of work history and providing details of at least two recent referees).
Please apply online via Seek by clicking here.
To read the Job Description, click here.
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 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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