Employment

Our academic results are well above national achievement rates, and this academic excellence is attained through outstanding teaching and learning, and a culture of care, positive relationships, and genuine whanaungatanga which stem from our Catholic faith.  In addition to the excellent academic achievements of our kura, we also offer a professional learning programme designed to meet the interests of teachers and positively impact student outcomes.

If you are a Registered Teacher (either Primary or Secondary) and are interested in being part of our relief teacher pool, please contact Principal’s PA on employment@sanctamaria.school.nz.

Please support your application with a covering letter outlining your experience and reason for wanting to work at Sancta Maria College, and an up-to-date CV.

 

Full time, Permanent, 2SMUs and 1MMA.
Starting during Term 3 by negotiation

We are a high performing Catholic school with strong Catholic values. Our motto of “Faith is our compass” is at the core of everything we do and permeates every aspect of school life.

We are seeking a relational person of integrity who will bring a strong work ethic, commitment and enthusiasm to our collaborative school.

Key responsibilities:

• Management and leadership of the Learning Support Department, i.e. Teacher Aides, to support students’ learning and special assessment conditions.
• The day-to-day implementation of the school’s Learning Support policy- i.e. coordination of the support provided to students with identified learning and/or behavioural needs or conditions to improve their outcomes.
• Manage accurate records for students with identified special education and/or additional learning needs.
• Liaison with Deputy Principal (Learning Support) and Principal’s Nominee and the pastoral care team
• Develop and maintain professional, positive, and productive relationships with all external agencies as required (e.g. RTLB, MoE).
• Develop and maintain positive and productive relationships with staff, students and their parents/caregivers and whanau.
• Manage department budget and resources.

You must have a genuine passion for education and for students with special needs.

Sancta Maria College is a positive, friendly and stimulating place to work.

Support of the Special Character of the College and a full participation in the co-curricular programme are conditions of employment.  

Please direct your enquiries and send your application form with all required supporting documents to Principal’s PA, employment@sanctamaria.school.nz.  Applications close on Wednesday 24 June 2026

Please see below all the application documentation:

• Information for Applicants
• Job Description for Head of Department for Learning Support
• Application Form for Head of Department for Learning Support