Wellesley College Employment Opportunities

Wellesley’s stunning physical location, combined with an exciting and successful work ethic, driven towards engaging 21st century teaching and learning, makes for an outstanding place to be employed.

Teachers are encouraged to engage in a journey of lifelong learning, working alongside students to ‘Discover their Best’ in a well-resourced school, offering a diverse range of opportunities to fine-tune their craft.

Join a great staff, that is passionate, hardworking and dedicated to the students we are privileged to teach.

“I arrive at Wellesley each day and feel incredibly grateful to work in such a beautiful, thriving and exciting environment”
Veronica Stevens, Deputy Principal Teaching and Learning

Information for Relief Teachers

Relief teachers are always welcome at Wellesley College and we value their contribution as part of the fabric of our school.

For further information about available positions, or to register your interest, please contact Veronica Stevens (Deputy Principal – Teaching and Learning) veronica@wellesley.school.nz or phone 04 562-8030 extn 808

Current Positions Available

Head of Health Physical Education and Sports

Wellesley College was established in 1914 and is situated in Days Bay Wellington. Wellesley is an independent primary school for boys from Years 1 to 8 and is one of New Zealand’s leading schools.

Our Head of Health Physical Education and Sports is heading to the high school sector. This creates the opportunity for a vibrant and enthusiastic person to apply for this role. Wellesley offers a generous salary and release package to the successful candidate.

The successful candidate will have the ability to build strong relationships with all key stakeholders, have a passion for sport, and will have the necessary qualifications to teach Physical Education. For further information about this role please see our school’s website at www.wellesley.school.nz.

Applicants must fill out the Expressions of Interest Form. Shortlisted applicants will then be contacted to supply a one page Cover Letter outlining their motivation for this application and vision for this role. This must also include a Curriculum Vitae outlining work history, qualifications, skills and attributes.

Applications should be sent to the Principal’s Executive Assistant, Amanda Barfoot, via email at amanda@wellesley.school.nz or mail to ‘The Principal’, PO Box 41037, Eastbourne, Lower Hutt 5047.

Applications close at midday on Friday, 8 December 2023. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by Wednesday 13 December 2023.