English Teacher

Long Bay College is seeking a passionate and dedicated English teacher to join our high‑performing English faculty. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a faculty that aspires to be one of the best in the country, during a period of innovation and continued growth.

For a candidate with the appropriate background and skill there is the potential for a wider school literacy role. This role supporting Tier 2 Literacy interventions across the Junior College and co-requisite readiness.

Why Long Bay College?

Proven academic excellence

Our English faculty consistently achieves outstanding results, including record numbers of NZQA Scholarship awards in English, alongside all‑time high NCEA endorsement and University Entrance rates.

Research‑informed practice

Long Bay College places a strong emphasis on research‑informed teaching. Our educational philosophy, Tino Akoranga, is a research‑driven, classroom‑tested approach aligned with a knowledge‑rich curriculum.

A supportive professional community

Join a collaborative, forward‑thinking faculty that values professional learning, reflective practice, and shared excellence.

Our English curriculum

We offer a broad range of English courses, including English literacy, English (core), English extension, and scholarship English.

The ideal candidate

We welcome applications from experienced and beginning teachers.

Joining Long Bay College means becoming part of a school that values professional growth and is committed to leading practice in education.

The terms and conditions of this position, including base salary and hours of work, are governed by the Secondary Teachers’ Collective Agreement (STCA). The base salary for trained and registered teachers currently ranges from $62,862 to $105,686, depending on the applicant’s qualifications and teaching experience. An individual’s actual base salary will be determined through a formal salary assessment once an appointment is confirmed.

The Secondary Teachers’ Collective Agreement can be viewed at:

https://www.education.govt.nz/education-professionals/schools-year-0-13/people-and-employment/secondary-teachers-collective-and-individual-employment-agreements