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Job Vacancies

We welcome enquiries from teaching and administration staff seeking a position at our college. As positions become available, they will be listed below with the position and requirements.

See below for our current vacancies.

Short-listed applicants will be required to undergo a Police Vet once every three years. Applicants for this position must have NZ Residency or a valid NZ Work Visa and a clean driver’s licence is required.

For all applications, please submit cover letter, CV and application form (please download a copy for completion from www.bdsc.school.nz) and submit to s.madden@bdsc.school.nz by closing date.

Info   Current Opportunities

We want

Inspiring energetic, collaborative student-focused teachers, with an awareness of current educational practice, who enjoy mentoring and developing young people. Co-curricular involvement expected.

Staff and Work Environment

A decile 9 Microsoft Global Showcase college with modern facilities located in East Auckland.

Our professional and highly motivated staff provide intellectual challenge through quality teaching and learning programmes within a safe, supportive environment. Botany Downs Secondary College is committed to building strong future prospects for our students, the citizens and leaders of tomorrow. It is our belief that all students have a potential well beyond the levels of current performance and we wish to work with them to develop their wider range of talents, skills and abilities. We hope students themselves will develop a passion for learning.

Our college has systems in place designed to support the career development of all our staff, including mentoring and training programmes. The learning areas are well-resourced and enjoy a collaborative team approach. As a whānau-based school, oversight of learning progress and personal development of students is an important element of providing an excellent learning environment. Botany Downs Secondary College is a modern, innovative school.

Staff are expected to have sound ICT skills and be prepared to participate in the mentoring, and co-curricular programmes. Commitment to our vision, philosophy and co-curricular life of the college is a condition of employment.

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Information for Job Applicants

Includes
  • Eligibility to apply for a position
  • How to present your application
  • Information about our selection process

Classroom Teacher Job Description

* Required

Application:

View and complete any relevant documentation required * (see below).

Applications to be addressed to the Principal’s PA Sarah Madden and emailed to s.madden@bdsc.school.nz

* Job Application Form

* Your Letter of Application
* Your Current Curriculum Vitae

Current Opportunities

Whānau Leader

Applications close: 4pm, Friday 29 November

Full Time, Permanent – (3MU, 2MMA)
Commences Term 1, 2025

Botany Downs Secondary College is seeking a passionate and proactive Whānau Leader to lead the pastoral care of students within one of our six Whānau (House). We invite applications from current or aspiring leaders who are committed to creating a supportive ‘home away from home’ that prioritises student wellbeing and a strong sense of belonging.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to deliver student focused support and enhance educational outcomes. Proven experience in pastoral care or leadership of key initiatives within a school is an advantage. We are a multicultural school that embraces diversity and requires a leader who wishes to make a significant impact on the lives of young people. 

As a valued member of Botany Downs Secondary College, you will demonstrate a commitment to professional learning and the co-curricular life of the college.

Please submit a cover letter, your CV and a BDSC Application Form to the Miss Sarah Madded s.madden@bdsc.school.nz by 4pm, Friday 29 November.

Teacher of English

Applications close: 4pm, Friday 29 November

Full time, Permanent
Start: Term 1, 2025

Botany Downs Secondary College invites applications for a dynamic and student-focused teacher of English who is passionate about delivering high quality education and nurturing a love for literature and language in our students.

As a valued member of our dedicated English Learning Area, you will contribute to an innovative, and collaborative educational environment, where professional growth and development is supported. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in teaching English, preferably up to NCEA Level 3. 

As a valued member of Botany Downs Secondary College, you will embrace our whānau based philosophy, with a commitment to the co-curricular life of the college.

Please submit a cover letter, your CV and a BDSC Application Form to Miss Sarah Madden s.madden@bdsc.school.nz by 4pm, Friday 29 November.

HOD of ESOL

Applications close: 4pm, Thursday 29 November

Full Time, Permanent (1MU, 1MMA)
Start: Term 1, 2025

We are a Microsoft Global Showcase College with modern facilities located in East Auckland.

We are seeking an experienced leader to lead our dedicated team of educators, develop innovative curriculum strategies, and ensure the delivery of exceptional language programmes.  Must have a strong understanding of the English language learning progressions and knowledge of the English language and English for academic purposes.

The candidate must have an awareness of current culturally responsive pedagogies and enjoy mentoring young people. Commitment to our whānau-based philosophy and participation in the cocurricular life of the college is expected.

Please submit a cover letter, your CV and a BDSC Application Form to Miss Sarah Madden s.madden@bdsc.school.nz by 4pm, Friday 29 November.

Teacher of Textiles and Food Hospitality

Applications close: 4pm, Tuesday 3 December

Full time, Fixed term
Start: Term 1, 2025

We seek an inspiring, energetic, creative, and collaborative Teacher with the ability to teach Textiles (Fashion and Design) and Food and Hospitality.  The successful applicant would be part of a progressive learning area open to learning with a strong commitment to support the successes of all our students. We are a Microsoft Global Showcase college with modern facilities located in East Auckland and your commitment to our whānau-based philosophy and participation in the co-curricular life of the college is expected.

Please submit a cover letter, your CV and a BDSC Application Form to Miss Sarah Madden s.madden@bdsc.school.nz by 4pm, Tuesday 3 December.

Teacher of Science and Mathematics

Applications close: 4pm, Tuesday  December

Full Time, Fixed Term
Start: Term 1 2025

We are looking for an inspiring and collaborative student focused teacher of Science and junior Mathematics.

The successful applicant would be part of a progressive learning area open to learning with a strong commitment to support the successes of all our students.

We are a Microsoft Global Showcase college with modern facilities located in East Auckland and your commitment to our whānau-based philosophy and participation in the co-curricular life of the college is expected.

Please submit a cover letter, your CV and a BDSC Application Form to Miss Sarah Madden s.madden@bdsc.school.nz by 4pm, Tuesday 3 December.

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