Christ's College · Canterbury
Careers Advisor
SecondaryFull time, Permanent
Christ’s College in Canterbury is seeking a full-time, permanent Careers Advisor for its Years 7–15 boys’ school. The role provides guidance on subject choices, tertiary study, scholarships, vocational options and employment, while coordinating careers events and working with families, staff, providers, industry and Old Boys; applicants may come from teaching or non-teaching backgrounds.
- Full-time permanent position
- Years 7–15 boys’ school
- Teaching and non-teaching applicants welcomed
- New Zealand pathway knowledge required
Closes in 12 days
Applications close 30 Sept 2026, 5pm.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
About the role
This full-time, permanent role advises boys in Years 7–15 on subject choices, tertiary study, scholarships, vocational options and employment. You will provide individual guidance, manage appointments and records, and coordinate careers events, presentations, programmes and resources. The role also involves working with families, staff, tertiary providers, industry contacts and Old Boys.
What they’re looking for
- Knowledge of New Zealand secondary and tertiary pathways
- Experience in careers development, counselling, education or student guidance
- Ability to provide impartial, practical advice
- Strong organisation across appointments, events and records
- Clear communication with students, families and external partners
- Professional and discreet handling of student information
About the school
Christ’s College is a Years 7–15 secondary school with an Anglican character, values and heritage. The school supports boys to plan pathways beyond school.
How to apply
Apply by 30 September 2026. Applicants must be New Zealand citizens, permanent residents or hold a valid New Zealand work visa.
Written by Teachroles from the school’s listing. AI can make mistakes; check the original before you apply.
The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Role
- Careers advisor
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 17 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“Are you passionate about helping young people make confident decisions about their future? Join Christ’s College as a Careers Advisor and support our boys to discover their strengths, explore opportunities and build meaningful pathways beyond school. What you will do…”
The school
Christ's College
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- Private : Fully Registered
- Students
- 708
- Gender
- Male
- Address
- 33 Rolleston Avenue, Christchurch Central, Christchurch