Staff Vacancies 

Kelston Girls' College is seeking a strategic and relational leader for our Te Arahanga Pathway. Te Arahanga as a pathway is a bridge, connecting our diverse learners to their learning, integrating them into our school community, and designing successful pathways into life beyond school.

As the leader of this bridge, this role is responsible for the strategic direction of our inclusive education, language acquisition, and vocational frameworks. Leading a collaborative specialist team, the Head of Pathway ensures every student navigates their educational journey with dignity, confidence, and agency.

Key areas of leadership include:

• Inclusive Education
• English Language Learning (ELL/ESOL)
• Careers Education and Support
• Restorative and Culturally Sustaining Practice
• Collaborative Leadership and Mentorship

The successful candidate will be an expert in inclusive education and differentiated pedagogy, possessing a deep understanding of diverse learning profiles and a dedicated advocacy for equity. As a lead communicator, the Head of Te Arahanga Pathway will navigate funding systems and educational partnerships with professional excellence and a commitment to our partnership with Te Kawerau ā Maki.

We encourage applications from values-driven leaders who are passionate about empowering young women to be agents of change.

Kelston Girls' College is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and restorative practice. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to these principles.

Person Specification is available here.

Please apply here.

Kelston Girls’ College are seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Kaiawhina (Learning Navigator) to join our specialist support team, working alongside students with complex needs. This rewarding role involves supporting student learning, wellbeing, engagement, and behaviour within the classroom and wider school environment. This role is fixed term and part time until the end of Term 4 2026.

Hours of work: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9am-3:10pm; Wednesday 9:30am-3:10pm

Key Responsibilities:

• You understand and honour the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and have the ability to work in a culturally informed way in our diverse kura

• You are passionate about learning outcomes 

• You will have a highly collaborative working style

• You are able to communicate effectively and professionally

• You are confident in using digital approaches to learning and are capable of expanding the digital fluency of our students

• You are able to support our students who have English as a second language

• NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa

• Satisfactory safety check (including police vetting) required and must be maintained throughout employment

Pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

Renummeration is based on experience.

Person Specification is here.

Submit your application here.