About This Role
Permanent, full-time to start Term 2, 2026.
Long Bay College is seeking a passionate English teacher to join our high‑performing English faculty during an exciting period of innovation and growth.
Why Long Bay College?
Our English Faculty has a strong track record of academic excellence, including record numbers of NZQA Scholarship awards, high NCEA endorsement rates, and outstanding University Entrance outcomes. We are proud of our achievements and remain committed to continually lifting standards.
We value research‑informed practice. Our teaching philosophy, Tino Akoranga, is classroom‑tested and grounded in evidence‑based pedagogy, explicit instruction, and a knowledge‑rich curriculum. This commitment is reflected in our role as host of New Zealand’s largest researchED conference, showcasing our leadership in professional learning.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive school community that prioritises professional growth and high‑quality teaching.
Our English curriculum
We offer a range of pathways, including English literacy, core English, English extension, and scholarship English.
The ideal candidate
We welcome applications from both experienced and beginning teachers. You will be knowledgeable and enthusiastic about English, committed to explicit, high‑quality teaching, and able to build positive relationships with students. You will be reflective, open to evidence‑based practice, and keen to contribute to a faculty that values innovation and excellence.
Joining Long Bay College means becoming part of a school that sets national benchmarks in English education while actively supporting teacher development.
If you are ready to inspire learners and grow your career in an ambitious, supportive environment, we encourage you to apply exclusively via the WhatSchool platform.
The terms and conditions, including base salary and hours of work, for this position is set by the Secondary Teachers' Collective Agreement. The base salary for trained and registered teachers will range from $61,329 to $103,086, depending on applicant's qualifications and experience. An individuals actual base salary will be established by a salary assessment once a role is confirmed.