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At Rangitoto, our Careers Department is here to spark ambition and put students in the driver’s seat of their future. We empower them to take charge of their career journey, explore opportunities with confidence, and actively shape their own path forward.

We want our students to feel:

  • Supported by expert guidance
  • Inspired by diverse opportunities
  • Prepared to be courageous in pursuing their aspirations
  • Curious about the possibilities their futures may hold

We strive to provide a connected and inclusive environment that equips students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to achieve their full potential and succeed in a rapidly changing world.

How we Support Students

We provide up-to-date information, advice, and guidance through:

  • A comprehensive careers programme
  • Group sessions
  • One-to-one student support

Students can attend a Careers Drop-In Session, with times advertised weekly in the daily notices and on RangiNET > Careers. One-on-one meetings can also be booked through our Drop-In Follow-Up system. Parent and caregiver enquiries are always welcome.

Students are encouraged to access resources in the Careers Hub outside of lesson time. Careers information and events are also regularly posted on the daily notices and the Career Centre pages of RangiNET.

Subject Choices and Pathways

During Term 3, Deans and Careers staff assist students with making their subject choices for the following year. Refer to Academic Programmes for details of subjects offered at the College and entry requirements for both tertiary study and on-job training pathways.

Programmes and Opportunities

STAR – Short Introductory Courses Designed for senior students, STAR courses provide an introduction to future pathways or allow students to complete work-related qualifications such as First Aid and Defensive Driving.

Gateway & Pathways to Employment These specialised subjects, offered to selected Year 12 and 13 students, provide real-life skills to prepare them for the future. The programmes combine in-class learning with external industry-related courses and a work experience placement.

Ready to Explore Your Future?

Want to find out about your career options? Which qualifications you may need? Which subjects are best for your goals? Curious about pathways into university, tertiary study, apprenticeships, employment, scholarships, or even overseas study?

We’re here to help. Click here to find out how we can support you.

Mrs Lisa Packer

Masters in Education Practitioner Enquiry and Leadership (MEd), University of Newcastle, UK. Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in Art and Design, University of Lancaster, UK. Bachelor of Arts Hons (BAHons) Art and Design, University of Sunderland, UK. Certificate in Career Leadership, International Centre for Guidance Studies (ICEGS), University of Derby, UK.

With a deep commitment to helping students discover and pursue their future pathways, I am privileged to lead the Careers Department at Rangitoto College. My background spans a range of roles in education, leadership, and career guidance, and I am passionate about supporting students as they navigate the many opportunities available to them beyond school.

My approach is rooted in inclusion and encouragement, helping students feel inspired by diverse pathways and prepared to be courageous in pursuing their aspirations. I work closely with students, whānau, and staff to provide tailored advice, workshops, and resources that empower our young people to make informed decisions about their futures.

The Careers Department is dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where every student can explore their interests and develop essential skills. I am proud to lead a team that strives to inspire and equip Rangitoto College students to confidently take their next steps as lifelong learners and contributors to society.

 

HOD Careers
Ph: +64 (9) 477 0150 Ext 783

Email: lisa.packer@rangitoto.school.nz

Department Staff

Andrea Auckland
Careers Counsellor, NCEA Revision Programme Manager and STAR SIC Coordinator

Melissa Lowe
Gateway Co-ordinator