Our staff are key to our success

With a proud history dating back to 1878, Samuel Marsden Collegiate School is widely regarded as one of Aotearoa’s leading independent schools for girls from Years 1 to 13. Marsden lays the foundation for lives of meaning, accomplishment and genuine happiness within a faith-based environment. Students experience dynamic, flexible learning and a future-focused education. They are nurtured, encouraged and respected, and receive the individual attention they need to do well both academically and in their co-curricular pursuits.

Current Vacancies

RELIEF SCHOOL COUNSELLOR

We are seeking a qualified and compassionate Relief School Counsellor to join our hauora team in a relief capacity (current requirements Monday to Wednesday, school hours, term time only). This is a meaningful opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students, supporting their personal, social and academic wellbeing in a school dedicated to Inspiring Girls.

Marsden has long been known for its supportive community and exceptional pastoral care. Our approach to hauora is school-wide and embedded in everything we do. In addition to deans and classroom teachers, students are supported by our expert hauora team, which includes a school nurse, counsellors and chaplain.

About the role

Reporting to the Head of Middle School/Hauora Lead and Principal, you will provide a confidential counselling service for students and work closely with staff, whānau and external agencies to support student wellbeing. You will be a trusted advisor and collaborator within our deaning and hauora teams and play a key role in nurturing a safe, inclusive and supportive school environment.

This role requires a confident, empathetic practitioner with strong interpersonal skills and a sound understanding of adolescent mental health.

What you’ll bring

• A relevant qualification and current membership with NZAC (or equivalent)
• Experience counselling children and adolescents, ideally in a school setting
• Up-to-date knowledge of adolescent mental health research and practice
• The ability to build trust, observe confidentiality, and work with integrity
• A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills
• Respect for, and alignment with, the special character and values of Marsden School

Why Marsden?

• A warm, inclusive, values-based school environment
• The chance to work closely with a dedicated and caring hauora team
• Competitive remuneration based on experience and qualifications
• Ongoing support for professional development

A detailed position description is available to view here.

To apply, please send a covering letter together with your CV to the Principal at employment@marsden.school.nz. Please include the names of two professional referees who may be contacted if you are shortlisted. 

Applications will be considered as they are received. Relevant qualifications and experience are required, and safety checking is a condition of employment.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to be considered for these roles.