Westlake Girls' High School · Auckland
HOD Careers
SecondaryFull time, Permanent
Westlake Girls’ High School on Auckland’s North Shore seeks a full-time, permanent Head of Careers from Term 1, 2027. The role leads careers education and guidance for secondary students, supporting pathways into tertiary study, apprenticeships, vocational training and employment. Applicants should have career development experience and qualifications, Teaching Council eligibility, and contribute to co-curricular activities.
- Leads the Careers Department
- Term 1, 2027 start
- Secondary school careers guidance
- Recognised career development qualification required
Closes in 5 days
Applications close 23 Sept 2026, 3pm.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
About the role
The HOD Careers will lead the Careers Department and its careers education and guidance programme for secondary students. This is a full-time, permanent position starting in Term 1, 2027, with employment conditions set by the Secondary Teachers’ Collective Agreement. The role includes involvement in the school’s co-curricular programme.
What they’re looking for
- Secondary-sector experience in career education and development
- A recognised qualification in career development
- Knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum and key competencies
- Understanding of tertiary, vocational and apprenticeship pathways
- Awareness of workforce trends
- Teaching Council registration eligibility and a current practising certificate
About the school
Westlake Girls’ High School is a secular state girls’ school for Years 7–15, with more than 2,000 students on Auckland’s North Shore. The school promotes academic, cultural, sporting and community engagement, and is continuing to invest in teaching and facilities.
How to apply
Applications close on 23 September 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 9 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“Westlake Girls High School is a leading secular state girls’ school in New Zealand with more than 2,000 students, situated on Auckland’s North Shore and enjoys a reputation for excellence in academic studies, cultural & sporting activities as well as…”
The school
Westlake Girls' High School
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 2,300
- Gender
- Female
- Address
- 2 Wairau Road, Takapuna, Auckland