Vacancies
HR & Payroll Administrator
Ko wai mātau? - Who are we?
Te Kura Kōhine o Ahuriri - Napier Girls’ High School sits upon Mataruahou, overlooking Ahuriri, Napier, and provides education for students in Years 9-13. Our kura is one of the oldest in Aotearoa for kōhine, young women. Our values of Manaakitanga, Kairangi Whaiaro and Whanaungatanga underpin our kaupapa of empowering ākonga to achieve success and fulfilment for themselves, whānau and the wider community.
Mō te tūranga - About the role
We are looking for an organised and independent HR & Payroll Administrator, with strong interpersonal and time management skills to join our Support Staff. The right candidate will love process, have an eye for detail and a strong regard for confidentiality. An ability to prioritise and work independently is essential.
The position start date is Friday 23 January 2026.
Job Detail:
Reporting directly to the School Principal, and working closely with Senior Managers.
Key Responsibilities:
HR:
Payroll:
Pay Detail:
How to apply:
Please email CV (with three referee contacts), cover letter and completed NGHS Application Form to hr@nghs.school.nz
Applications close Friday 7 November 2025
Teacher in Charge of Te Reo (Parental Leave Cover)
Ko wai mātau? - Who are we?
Te Kura Kōhine o Ahuriri - Napier Girls’ High School sits upon Mataruahou, overlooking Ahuriri, Napier, and provides education for students in Years 9-13. Our kura is one of the oldest in Aotearoa for kōhine, young women. Our values of Manaakitanga, Kairangi Whaiaro and Whanaungatanga underpin our kaupapa of empowering ākonga to achieve success and fulfilment for themselves, whānau and the wider community.
Mō te tūranga - About the role
“Mā te whakapapa pounamu, ka puta mai te taonga, he rite anō te reo Māori” - As we smoothen the layers of greenstone, the treasure from within emerges… much like the Māori language. We are seeking an earnest and passionate teacher to join our Languages department for a maternity cover in 2025 - 2026. We currently have 5 levels of Te Reo Māori at our kura, all classes are connected by the tūākana/teina relationships of our atua wāhine that are an integral part of our learning. This position will grow the success of our reo Māori classes of all levels, as well as work alongside our kāhui Māori - Māori student council to support kaupapa Māori throughout our school. There is much room for this role and department to grow and we welcome any kaiako with connections, skills and ideas to share.
This role is suitable for any teacher, beginning or experienced and our ideal candidate will have:
This is a full-time, FTC Maternity Cover position that attracts 1 Management Unit. Ideally beginning in Term 4 2025, however a later start date, up to January 2026 would be considered for the right candidate.
How to apply:
Please send your application to hr@nghs.school.nz, including your CV (with 3 referee contacts), a cover letter and a copy of the NGHS application form.
If you have any questions about the role or our school, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Applications close Wednesday 15 October 2025. Interviews will take place in the following week.
Teacher of Social Sciences (Geography)
Ko wai mātau? - Who are we?
Te Kura Kōhine o Ahuriri - Napier Girls’ High School sits upon Mataruahou, overlooking Ahuriri, Napier, and provides education for students in Years 9-13. Our kura is one of the oldest in Aotearoa for kōhine, young women. Our values of Manaakitanga, Kairangi Whaiaro and Whanaungatanga underpin our kaupapa of empowering ākonga to achieve success and fulfilment for themselves, whānau and the wider community.
Mō te tūranga - About the role
Napier Girls' High School is seeking a passionate and skilled teacher of Geography to join our Social Sciences Learning Area. This role is suitable for a beginning or experienced teacher. Please state your supporting subjects in your application.
This is a full-time, permanent position, beginning in January 2026.
How to apply:
Please send your application to hr@nghs.school.nz, including your CV (with 3 referee contacts), a cover letter and a copy of the NGHS application form.
If you have any questions about the role or our school, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Applications close on Wednesday 15 October 2025. Interviews will take place in the following week.
Teacher of Te Reo Māori
Ko wai mātau? - Who are we?
Te Kura Kōhine o Ahuriri - Napier Girls’ High School sits upon Mataruahou, overlooking Ahuriri, Napier, and provides education for students in Years 9-13. Our kura is one of the oldest in Aotearoa for kōhine, young women. Our values of Manaakitanga, Kairangi Whaiaro and Whanaungatanga underpin our kaupapa of empowering ākonga to achieve success and fulfilment for themselves, whānau and the wider community.
Mō te tūranga - About the role
“Mā te whakapapa pounamu, ka puta mai te taonga, he rite anō te reo Māori” - As we smoothen the layers of greenstone, the treasure from within emerges… much like the Māori language. We are seeking an earnest and passionate teacher to join our Languages department. This position will grow the success of our reo Māori classes at NCEA Levels 1-3. All classes are connected by the tuākana/tēina relationships of our atua wāhine that are an integral part of our learning.
This role is suitable for any teacher, beginning or experienced and our ideal candidate will have:
This is a full-time, permanent position, beginning in January 2026.
How to apply:
Please send your application to hr@nghs.school.nz, including your CV (with 3 referee contacts), a cover letter and a copy of the NGHS application form.
If you have any questions about the role or our school, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Applications close Wednesday 15 October 2025. Interviews will take place in the following week.
Head of Learning Area: Mathematics
Ko wai mātau? - Who are we?
Te Kura Kōhine o Ahuriri - Napier Girls’ High School sits upon Mataruahou, overlooking Ahuriri, Napier, and provides education for students in Years 9-13. Our kura is one of the oldest in Aotearoa for kōhine, young women. Our values of Manaakitanga, Kairangi Whaiaro and Whanaungatanga underpin our kaupapa of empowering ākonga to achieve success and fulfilment for themselves, whānau and the wider community.
Mō te tūranga - About the role
Napier Girls' High School is seeking a dynamic and inspiring Head of Learning Area for Mathematics, to lead our team of experienced and dedicated kura māhita.
Our ideal candidate will have:
This is a full-time, permanent position, beginning in January 2026. As a Head of Learning Area, this role attacts 3 Management Units and 1 MMA.
How to apply:
Please send your application to hr@nghs.school.nz, including your CV (with 3 referee contacts), a cover letter and a copy of the NGHS application form.
If you have any questions about the role or our school, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Applications close on Wednesday 15 October 2025. Interviews will take place in the following week.
Napier Girls' High School
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Clyde Road, Bluff Hill, Napier 4110
Office Phone: +64 6 835 1069 Office Email: nghs@nghs.school.nz
Office hours are: 8.00am to 4.00pm