Working at OHS

At Onehunga High School, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and supportive environment where both teachers and support staff are valued as integral members of our educational community. Our commitment to professional development ensures that every team member has access to ongoing training and growth opportunities, enabling them to excel in their roles and advance their careers. 

In addition to professional growth, Onehunga High School offers a warm and inclusive atmosphere that celebrates the unique contributions of each staff member. Our school culture is built on mutual respect, integrity, and a shared dedication to student success.

Current Employment Opportunities
Science teacher (closing 23 October)

Full time, Fixed term position for 1 year. 

We are looking for a motivated and suitably qualified teacher of Science to join our outstanding science department. Please state your speciality: Biology, Chemistry, Physics and / or Earth Space.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a collaborative, highly successful, and well-resourced environment. We have a new build, with modern technology facilities for a high quality learning experience. 

The successful applicant will be an inspiring leader and teacher, with sound curriculum knowledge and a forward-thinking approach. They will demonstrate a willingness to grow as a practitioner, a commitment to the OHS values, and a passion for celebrating the academic success of all students. A commitment to co-curricular activities that enrich the wider school community is essential.

If you would like to be part of a collegial staff dedicated to nurturing students to achieve their very best, we encourage you to apply.

Commencement at the start of the 2025 school year eg 28 January 2025.

https://gazette.education.govt.nz/vacancies/1HAj7k-science-teacher/?search=onehunga+high+school%3F%23results

Please send your CV, cover letter and completed application for employment form direct to:

Sarah Wenzel
[email protected]
(09) 636 6006

Assistant Principal (closing 23 October)

Full-Time, Permanent Position, 5 MU’s and 1 MMA

Starting 2025

Onehunga High School is seeking an experienced and driven educational leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as an Assistant Principal. Our school, centrally located with a diverse student population, offers a broad and exciting curriculum that provides learners with quality learning opportunities both inside and outside the classroom.

As part of a high-performing and collaborative Senior Leadership Team, you will be focused on achieving successful educational outcomes for all learners. The successful candidate will be innovative and have a proven track record of effective educational leadership. Portfolios for this role will be negotiated with the successful applicant. 

We are looking for a leader who is passionate about fostering excellence across all areas of the school, actively engaging in school life, and building strong connections with the wider community.

https://gazette.education.govt.nz/vacancies/1HAj7h-assistant-principal/?search=onehunga+high+school%3F%23results

To apply for this position, please submit the following:

  • A cover letter outlining your leadership strengths and suitability for this role.

  • A completed Onehunga High School application form.

  • Your CV, including the names and contact details of three referees

To:

Sarah Wenzel
[email protected]
(09) 636 6006



Kaiāwhina Engagement Officer 2025 

Fixed term for 3 school terms. Term time only. 

Terms 1, 2 and 3, 2025  ie. start date 29 January 2025 end date 19th September 2025

30 hours per week (negotiable)

Kaiāwhina Student Engagement Officer will identify attendance issues and possible solutions, develop strong relationships and engage positively with the whānau of targeted groups.

This role will have the following scope:

  • Meet with staff, students and parents/caregivers to identify attendance issues and possible solutions.
  • Develop strong relationships and engage positively with the whānau of targeted groups with attendance concerns.
  • To make unsupervised contact with families in response to allocated referrals i.e. home visits and /or meetings in school.
  • To establish the reason for absenteeism and establish a plan for facilitating a return to school using appropriate strategies within specified timescales.
  • To keep clear and concise records

https://www.seek.co.nz/job/78908688?ref=cm-ui

Please send your CV, cover letter and completed application for employment form direct to:

Sarah Wenzel
[email protected]
(09) 636 6006

HOD Business studies / Business School 2025 (closing 14 October)

Onehunga High Business School offers business education for students in years 10-13. As the first of its kind in New Zealand, it benefits from ongoing professional support from various business professionals. The department has well-developed networks both locally and internationally. Our students focus on developing an entrepreneurial mindset, preparing them to be “life ready” for the complexities, ambiguities, and changes of tertiary education and the workforce.

We seek a motivated and suitably qualified leader for our outstanding business department/business school. With the leadership of one staff member, the generous remuneration will support the continued growth of this learning area. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a collaborative, highly successful, and well-resourced environment. 

The successful applicant will be an inspiring leader and teacher, with sound curriculum knowledge and a forward-thinking approach. They will demonstrate a willingness to grow as a practitioner, a commitment to the OHS values, and a passion for celebrating the academic success of all students. A commitment to co-curricular activities that enrich the wider school community is essential. This role includes 2 management units and 1 middle management allowance.

If you would like to be part of a collegial staff dedicated to nurturing students to achieve their very best, we encourage you to apply.

https://gazette.education.govt.nz/vacancies/1HAixe-head-of-commerce/?search=onehunga+high+school%3F%23results

Please send your CV, cover letter and completed application for employment form direct to:

Sarah Wenzel
[email protected]
(09) 636 6006

Learning Assistants / Teacher Aide 2025 (closing 10 October)

We seek two motivated, reliable and supportive Learning Assistants to join our Learning Support Department.

The successful applicants will have strong interpersonal skills and be passionate about supporting the learning of students with additional learning needs. You will work as part of a team and be committed to developing your knowledge and use of specific strategies to support our learners.

This position is full-time (35 hours), term time only. Commencement 29 January 2025.

The Terms of employment are as per the Support Staff in Schools’ Collective Agreement 2022 – 2024. 

Applicants for this position must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Closing date for applications is 10 October 2025.

https://www.seek.co.nz/Learning-Assistant-jobs?jobId=79099353&type=standard

Please email your CV and cover letter to [email protected]