Rangitoto College is inviting applications for a new Principal to commence leadership in 2026. The College is dedicated to inspiring every student by providing outstanding opportunities, robust support, and stimulating academic challenges empowering them to make a meaningful impact in the world.

About Rangitoto College

Recognised as New Zealand’s largest secondary school, Rangitoto College educates more than 4,000 students and is celebrated for its outstanding academic results, rich cultural life, and excellence in sports. Offering both NCEA and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB), the College provides a wide range of pathways to support every student’s success.

The Role

Rangitoto College seeks an outstanding leader to guide the school through its next stage of strategic development. The successful candidate will be an accomplished educational professional, deeply committed to advancing student achievement, nurturing staff growth, and fostering strong community connections.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong track record in leading successful, and evidence informed educational environments, with a deep understanding of the New Zealand curriculum, including both NCEA and possibly IB.
A commitment to inclusive education and student wellbeing is essential, as is the ability to foster a culture of innovation, integrity, and continuous improvement. Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills are also key attributes for success in this role.
Rangitoto College takes pride in its collegial staff culture, grounded in the values of Respect, Integrity, Courage, Excellence, and Pride. As Principal, you will champion these values and shape a forward-looking vision that reflects the ambitions of our diverse community.
This is a rare opportunity to lead a flagship institution in New Zealand education. If you are ready to make a lasting impact and guide Rangitoto College into its next era, we welcome your application.

Applications for this role close on Friday 21 November 2025

All responses to Johnson Partners are confidential and will be acknowledged by email

Enquiries can be made to Nicola Morris
at enquiriesnz@johnsonpartners.co

Rangitoto College is seeking a Director of Basketball to lead the participation and performance of our Basketball programme. This is an exciting new initiative that gives the successful candidate a chance to have a positive impact on our students and the wider community. The Director of Basketball will work closely with our wider sports department and will be responsible for building a successful pathway for our athletes that leads to an outstanding Basketball experience.

We are looking for someone with the following skills and experience:

• Coaching qualifications and/or equivalent experience
• Strategic thinking
• Strong planning and organisation
• Excellent communication skills
• A people person, able to build trust and maintain strong relationships
• Creative – “outside the box thinking”
• Flexible, proactive

This part time contract provides flexible working hours and a competitive salary to reflect the importance of the role. There is also the possibility of supplementing income as the coach of the premier team and through the provision of holiday camps.

If you would like to discuss this position, please contact the Director of Sport via email at ryan.borthwick@rangitoto.school.nz

Applications close 4pm Sunday 30th November

Rangitoto College is a highly successful, leading secondary school dedicated to excellence. We are looking for an experienced, highly organised, and culturally sensitive Administrator to support our large and dynamic ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) Department. This is a crucial role ensuring our department runs smoothly and our ESOL students receive the support they need to thrive.

The Opportunity: Term-Time, 30 hours per week, part-Time, 1 year fixed

This is newly created role and a Term-Time Only (TTO) position, perfect for candidates seeking school-hours work. You will be instrumental in the success of a department supporting over 400 students from diverse backgrounds.

• Hours: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday (8:40 am – 3:20 pm).
• Pay: Competitive rates on the Support Staff in Schools Collective Ageement SSCA https://www.education.govt.nz/school/people-and-employment/employment-agreements/collective-agreements/support-staff-in-schools-collective-agreement Grade 3 scale, dependent on your experience.

Responsibilities Include:

• Compliance & Funding: Leading the administrative collation and submission for the bi-annual Ministry of Education ESOL Assistance Funding (ESOLAF).
• Data Management: Maintaining accurate student records and performing data entry/reporting in our Student Management System (e.g., KAMAR/FACTS).
• Administrative Hub: Providing high-level support to the HoD, teachers, and teacher assistants, including minute-taking and managing departmental communications and resources.
• Student Support: Building trust and relating effectively to young people with diverse needs, acting as a key administrative contact point.

About You: Key Skills and Attributes

You are a systems-focused administrator with exceptional attention to detail.

• Proven experience in a complex administrative role (school environment experience is highly beneficial).
• Cultural Sensitivity and a professional, warm manner when dealing with students, parents, and staff.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with a School Management System (FACTS).
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines calmly.
• Highly desirable: The ability to communicate effectively in an ESOL-related first language in addition to English.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for this ESOL Administrator role.

We look forward to welcoming a dedicated professional to our vibrant school community

Please ensure your application is submitted through the link provided. Applications received via Email may NOT be reviewed.

Applications close 4pm Thursday 27 November 2025

Rangitoto College requires a staff member to support the administration of in-school attendance, ensuring student attendance data for non-regular students (less than 90% attendance rate) is tracked and accounted for.

If you are seeking the work life balance that a term time only, secondary school work role brings, along with the satisfaction of being part of a high performing team that has a passion for seeing our students succeed, this would be the job for you. This is a 30 hours per week, term time only role. Fixed term for 2 years.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the Attendance Team to maintain compliance with all school attendance policies and procedures
• Monitor and track student attendance rates
• Communicate with appropriate staff concerns regarding attendance data
• Communicate with parents/caregivers and external agencies, providing detail on attendance
• Improve the management of the school’s SMS with regard to accounting for attendance
• Monitor authenticity of enrolment address details

Remuneration is as per the Support Staff in Schools Collective Agreement – Administration Support Staff Remuneration Grade 4 Step 9 ($32.27) https://www.education.govt.nz/school/people-and-employment/employment-agreements/collective-agreements/support-staff-in-schools-collective-agreement/part-3a-teacher-aide-remuneration/

Please ensure your application is submitted through the application link provided. Applications received via Email may NOT be reviewed.

Applications close Thursday 4pm 27 November 2025

Rangitoto College offers an exceptional education to over 4100 students. We employ over 350 staff including 100 support staff, providing departments with high-quality administration and ancillary services, enabling great student outcomes.

This 10 hours per week, term time only position will suit a clerically trained accounts person (payable & receivables), who is open to flexible working hours/days and a changing workload. Plus additional hours at peak time – to be discussed at the interview.

You will likely be looking for a team to help you grow your finance skills within a collegial school environment while appreciating the work-life balance of part time. You need to know an invoice from a statement and have accuracy and efficiency as a key skill. Rangitoto is a college that encourages its staff to use initiative while providing ongoing professional development.

The primary purpose of this position is to provide high-quality Finance assistant payable and receivable. The successful applicant will undertake tasks of a diverse nature and at all times deliver timely, accurate, and quality administrative support services that meet school needs.

Initiative, team spirit, high work ethic, and the ability to calmly adjust to the ebb and flow of school life are paramount.

The position is permanent and available from Term 1, 20 January 2026.

The terms and conditions for this position sit within the Support Staff in Schools Collective Agreement and will be paid in consideration of experience within Grade 4 from $33.27 – 35.85.

https://www.education.govt.nz/school/people-and-employment/employment-agreements/collective-agreements/support-staff-in-schools-collective-agreement/part-3b-administration-support-staff-remuneration

Applications close 4pm 27 November 2025

All applications are via our webpage at https://www.rangitoto.school.nz/employment/rangitoto-college-vacancies/