Job Vacancies

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.

Attendance Assistant

Applications close: 4pm, Thursday 5 February

Permanent, Part Time
Term Time Only – Wednesdays 8am to 4pm
Immediate Start

We are seeking an Attendance Assistant to work during term time only for one day per week (eight hours on a Wednesday).

Duties include maintaining accurate records, assisting students at Student Services, and following up attendance with students, parents, and staff.

The applicant must enjoy working with students, families, and staff.

This post requires a high level of professionalism, confidentiality and discretion, attention to detail, good time management, and computer literacy skills, with the ability to work independently.

The successful applicant will need to undergo police vetting as part of the Vulnerable Children’s Act.

Please submit a cover letter, your CV and a BDSC Application Form to Miss Sarah Madden s.madden@bdsc.school.nz by 4pm, Thursday 5 February.

Head of English

Applications close: 4pm, Monday 9 February

Full time, Permanent
4 MUs and 2 MMAs
Start Term 2, 2026

We are seeking an experienced, inspiring, and collaborative leader who is passionate about student success. The successful applicant will provide strategic direction and leadership for English teaching and learning across all levels, (Year 9 to Scholarship).

The head of faculty role requires:

• Excellent curriculum knowledge and pedagogical practice.
• The ability to motivate and develop students and staff.
• A commitment to pastoral care and alignment with our Whānau-based philosophy.
• Willingness to actively contribute to the co-curricular life of the college

Please submit a cover letter, your CV and a BDSC Application Form to Miss Sarah Madden s.madden@bdsc.school.nz by 4pm, Monday 9 February.

Head of Counselling

Applications close: 4pm, Monday 9 February

Permanent, Term Time Only
Start: Term 1, 2026

We are seeking a Head of Counselling for a permanent position of 42 weeks per year (term time 40 weeks plus two weeks during term breaks) who may also be a registered teacher. Reporting to the Deputy Principal in charge of Student Services, we seek an experienced Head of Counselling to join a collaborative student support services team. The Head of Counselling is a pivotal role within our team, ensuring that students’ needs are met in a coordinated, proactive, and supportive manner.

This is a leadership role, and our Head of Counselling will:

• Have the ability to build empathy and advocate for diverse adolescents to achieve optimum outcomes.
• Ensure processes that effectively leverage all available resources within our Whanau-based school to provide the best outcome for our students and school community.
• Be a leader, able to build trusting relationships with both students, senior management, and staff.
• Work effectively within our wider pastoral care network (Counsellors, Nurse, Whānau Leaders, Careers Advisor, SENCO, Deputy Principals etc.).

As part of the Student Support Services Team, you will be an NZAC Member with experience in risk assessment, a range of therapeutic approaches, referral processes, and knowledge of, and interaction within a greater local network.

There is an expectation of some work required during term breaks.

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.

Please submit a cover letter, your CV and a BDSC Application Form to Miss Sarah Madden s.madden@bdsc.school.nz by 4pm, Monday 9 February.