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Job Vacancies

We welcome enquiries from teaching and administration staff seeking a position at our college. As positions become available, they will be listed below with the position and requirements.

See below for our current vacancies.

Short-listed applicants will be required to undergo a Police Vet once every three years. Applicants for this position must have NZ Residency or a valid NZ Work Visa and a clean driver’s licence is required.

For all applications, please submit cover letter, CV and application form (please download a copy for completion from www.bdsc.school.nz) and submit to s.madden@bdsc.school.nz by closing date.

Info   Current Opportunities

We want

Inspiring energetic, collaborative student-focused teachers, with an awareness of current educational practice, who enjoy mentoring and developing young people. Co-curricular involvement expected.

Staff and Work Environment

A decile 9 Microsoft Global Showcase college with modern facilities located in East Auckland.

Our professional and highly motivated staff provide intellectual challenge through quality teaching and learning programmes within a safe, supportive environment. Botany Downs Secondary College is committed to building strong future prospects for our students, the citizens and leaders of tomorrow. It is our belief that all students have a potential well beyond the levels of current performance and we wish to work with them to develop their wider range of talents, skills and abilities. We hope students themselves will develop a passion for learning.

Our college has systems in place designed to support the career development of all our staff, including mentoring and training programmes. The learning areas are well-resourced and enjoy a collaborative team approach. As a whānau-based school, oversight of learning progress and personal development of students is an important element of providing an excellent learning environment. Botany Downs Secondary College is a modern, innovative school.

Staff are expected to have sound ICT skills and be prepared to participate in the mentoring, and co-curricular programmes. Commitment to our vision, philosophy and co-curricular life of the college is a condition of employment.

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Information for Job Applicants

Includes
  • Eligibility to apply for a position
  • How to present your application
  • Information about our selection process

Classroom Teacher Job Description

* Required

Application:

View and complete any relevant documentation required * (see below).

Applications to be addressed to the Principal’s PA Sarah Madden and emailed to s.madden@bdsc.school.nz

* BDSC Application Form

* Your Letter of Application
* Your Current Curriculum Vitae

Current Opportunities

To be considered for any position at BDSC, all applicants must submit a completed BDSC application form along with their application.

Sports Coordinator

Applications close: 4pm, Friday16 January 2026

Permanent, full time, 37.5 hours per week.
Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:00pm during term time.
Additional holiday/weekend hours will be negotiated.
Start date to be negotiated

We are looking for a sports person to join our team to assist with the administration and successful delivery of our sports programme. This person will be responsible for organising safe and enjoyable trainings and games for a variety of sports codes ensuring compliance with our Health and Safety and EOTC policies and processes.

The successful applicant must have good communication, organisation, and planning skills, and be able to follow BDSC and College Sport systems, policies, and procedures. Developing good relationships with students, their families, our community, and local clubs is a large part of this role. Previous knowledge and experience in working with young people would be an advantage.

Applicants must have NZ residency and a clean driver’s license. Short listed applicants will be required to undergo a police vet. 

Please submit a cover letter, your CV and a BDSC Application Form to Miss Sarah Madden s.madden@bdsc.school.nz by 4pm, Friday 16 January 2026.

Learning Assistant x2

Applications close: 4pm, Thursday 24 January

Fixed term position. Term time only.
30 hours per week (full time) – five days per week.

We are seeking a dedicated Learning Assistant to join our team and provide support to students with learning and social-emotional challenges.

This role involves working collaboratively with teachers and other staff to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment. The successful candidate will assist students in accessing the curriculum, developing social and emotional skills, and building confidence in their learning journey.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Supporting students in class and during activities to help them achieve their learning goals.
  • Implementing strategies to manage behavioural challenges in a positive and constructive manner.
  • Working closely with the teaching team to adapt resources and approaches to meet individual needs.
  • Encouraging student engagement and fostering a safe, respectful, and supportive environment.

The most important attributes for this role are:

  • Empathy – understanding and responding to the needs of each student with care and patience.
  • Strong communication skills – effectively interacting with students, staff, and families.
  • Initiative – being proactive in identifying ways to support students and improve outcomes.
  • Teamwork – working positively and collaboratively within a team environment.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and thrive in a supportive team setting, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit a cover letter, your CV and a BDSC Application Form to Miss Sarah Madden s.madden@bdsc.school.nz by 4pm, Thursday 24 January.

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