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

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT — PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH

Responsible to the Deputy Principal, the Head of Department – Physical Education & Health will
provide inspirational leadership of the Physical Education and Health curriculum across Years 7–13.
The successful applicant will support and challenge our students to make the most of their potential,
fostering a culture of participation, achievement, wellbeing and personal growth.

We are seeking a well-qualified and experienced teacher who is passionate about Physical Education
and Health, enjoys working with young people and is committed to delivering engaging, innovative
and high-quality learning experiences. The successful applicant will have strong curriculum
knowledge, excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, and the ability to lead, support and
inspire colleagues.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established independent school with a strong sense of
community, a clear vision for the future, high standards and a hauora-first ethos.

This is a full-time position commencing at the beginning of Term 1, 2027.

A detailed position description is available 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.

PRESCHOOL RELIEF TEACHERS – EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

Marsden Preschool is seeking enthusiastic and reliable qualified teachers to join our pool of relief teachers.

We welcome expressions of interest from teachers with a recognised teaching qualification, whether in early childhood, primary or secondary education. ECE experience is preferred but not essential.

Our Preschool provides a warm, nurturing and engaging learning environment for children aged 3–5, supported by a dedicated teaching team and the wider Marsden school community.

We are looking for teachers who:

• hold a recognised teaching qualification
• have a current first aid certificate
• are flexible, dependable and enjoy working with young children
• are avaliable for casual relief work throughout the year, including during school holidays.
  
  

Marsden Preschool operates from 7.30am–5.30pm, Monday to Friday, 50 weeks of the year, providing opportunities for relief work both during and outside school terms.

To apply, please email your expression of interest, including a brief introduction, your teaching qualifications and availability, to employment@marsden.school.nz.

Applications will be considered as they are received. Relevant qualifications and experience are essential, 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.