Waitakere College · Auckland
Teacher of Engineering and Hard Materials
SecondaryFull time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 27/01/2028 (Role growth)Beginning teachers welcome
Waitākere College in Auckland is seeking a full-time Teacher of Engineering and Hard Materials for Years 7–15, from 28 January 2027 to 27 January 2028. The fixed-term position suits teachers with workshop and Technology curriculum experience and is open to beginning teachers, with an employment-based trainee option possible. The role includes professional development involving Relationship Based Learning and extracurricular activities; permanent New Zealand work rights are required.
- Engineering Workshop and Hard Materials
- Employment-based trainee pathway possible
- Professional development includes Relationship Based Learning
- Start date: 28 January 2027
Closes in 17 days
Applications close 16 Oct 2026, noon.
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About the role
This is a full-time, fixed-term role teaching Engineering Workshop and Hard Materials within the Technology team at Waitākere College, covering Years 7–15. The position runs from 28 January 2027 to 27 January 2028 and reflects role growth. Beginning teachers may be considered, including through an employment-based trainee teacher pathway.
What they’re looking for
- Engineering workshop and hard materials teaching experience
- Knowledge of the current Technology curriculum
- Understanding of workshop Unit Standards
- Confidence and capability with technology
- Active participation in professional development
- Willingness to contribute to extracurricular activities
About the school
Waitākere College is a secondary school and wharekura in Auckland, serving students in Years 7–15. The listing describes a Technology team with a professional development programme focused on Relationship Based Learning.
How to apply
Apply by 16 October 2026; include your New Zealand teaching certification registration number and category, unless applying through the employment-based trainee teacher pathway. Applications are reviewed as received, with interviews arranged for suitable applicants.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- fixed term
- Starts
- 28 Jan 2027
- Ends
- 27 Jan 2028
- Subjects
- Technology
- Listed
- 25 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“We are looking for an enthusiastic, skilled and creative teacher to join our vibrant Technology team at Waitākere College. The ideal applicant will have experience and skills in teaching Engineering Workshop and Hard Materials and have a good understanding of…”
The school
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 1,971
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 42 Rathgar Road, Henderson, Auckland
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