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Nayland College is a highly-regarded, progressive, co-educational school. We are a Microsoft Showcase school, recognised for educational excellence, and located in the beautiful city of Nelson, giving you the opportunity to teach whilst having access to all the natural beauty and lifestyle options the Nelson/Tasman area is famous for.

The college’s values of success, opportunity, ako and respect underpin our teaching and learning, and your commitment to those values through PB4L and restorative practices is an expectation. As a school we are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and to our vision of ‘toitoi manawa;’ inspiring, engaging and empowering learners to soar high and reach their full potential.

All teaching vacancies will be listed on this page and on the Education Gazette.

Please direct all enquiries to:

Tina Marshall

Email: hr@nayland.school.nz

Address: 166 Nayland Road, Stoke, Nelson 7011

Phone: 03 547 9769

 

Mathematics Teacher

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 27/01/2028 (Cover for staff on leave)

Mathematics and statistics

Suitable for beginning teachers

Nayland College is seeking an enthusiastic and capable mathematics teacher to join our supportive and collaborative mathematics learning area for a fixed-term, one-year position.

We are looking for a teacher who is passionate about mathematics, builds strong relationships with students and can support learners across a range of abilities and year levels.

This is advertised as a full-time position; however, part-time hours may be available by negotiation for the right applicant.

Nayland College is an innovative, inclusive and high-performing co-educational secondary school located in Nelson. We value teachers who are reflective, student-centred and committed to helping every learner experience success.

Apply Now

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to: HR@nayland.school.nz

Download our Application Form here

Applications close 11 October 2026

 

Social Sciences Teacher

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 27/01/2028 (Cover for Staff on a Project)

Social sciences

 Suitable for beginning teachers

Nayland College is seeking an enthusiastic and engaging social sciences teacher to join our collaborative and supportive team for a fixed-term, one-year position.

The successful applicant will be able to teach geography and/or tourism, alongside junior social studies. We are looking for a teacher who can bring learning to life, build positive relationships with students and contribute to the ongoing development of our social sciences programmes.

Nayland College is an innovative, inclusive and high-performing co-educational secondary school located in Nelson. We value teachers who are committed to excellent teaching and learning, strong relationships and helping every student to be their best.

Apply Now

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to: HR@nayland.school.nz

Download our Application Form here

Applications close 11 October 2026

 

English Teacher

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 27/01/2028 (Maternity Leave)

English

Suitable for beginning teachers

Nayland College is seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative English teacher to join our well-resourced and supportive English learning area in a fixed-term position providing maternity leave cover.

The successful applicant will be a passionate classroom practitioner who builds strong relationships with students and committed to supporting learners to achieve their best. The ability to teach Media Studies would be an advantage.

Nayland College is an innovative, inclusive and high-performing co-educational secondary school located in Nelson. We value teachers who are reflective, student-centred and willing to contribute positively to the wider life of the school.

Apply Now

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to: HR@nayland.school.nz

Download our Application Form here

Applications close 10 October 2026