Careers Guidance Counsellor | Kaiarahi Umanga | Flexible Office Location - New Zealand

Job Description

1 x Position

Fixed Term (April / May – December 2026)

Part-Time up to 0.6 FTE (up to 24 hours per week)

Based in one of Te Kura regional offices: Wellington, Palmerston North, Masterton, New Plymouth, Hastings, Rotorua, Gisborne, Wairoa, Tauranga, Hamilton, Auckland, Whangarei, Nelson, Christchurch, Dunedin, Invercargill or Queenstown

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this position:

The Careers Guidance Counsellor | Kaiarahi Umanga supports ākonga in Years 7 - 13 to explore, plan, and prepare for future pathways. The role provides personalised career guidance, coaching, and mentoring, and contributes to the development and delivery of a cohesive Careers Education approach across Te Kura.

The position supports ākonga to build clear, purposeful pathways by connecting learning, strengths, interests, and real-world opportunities.

In this role you will:

• Provide personalised future pathways advice, guidance and coaching to ākonga
• Support ākonga to identify strengths, interests, and future pathways
• Contribute to the design and delivery of Careers | Future Pathways Education at Te Kura
• Work collaboratively with kaiako, guidance staff, and regional teams
• Support culturally responsive outcomes for Māori and Pacific learners
• Build connections with community and pathway partners

Ko koe tēnei | About you

We're looking for someone who:

• Is a New Zealand Registered Teacher
• Holds (or is working towards) a Careers Education qualification
• Has strong knowledge of NZ education and career pathways
• Builds positive, trusting relationships with ākonga, whānau, and kaimahi
• Is organised, reflective, and comfortable working across teams
• Values inclusive, culturally responsive practice

Ngā Uara o Te Kura | Our Values

At Te Kura, we live by our values:

• Manaaki — showing respect, generosity, and care
• Whanaungatanga — building relationships and belonging
• Tika — acting fairly and honestly
• Ākonga at the Centre — guiding every decision we make

Hei whakautu | In return

You'll join a supportive, inclusive team where manaaki and whanaungatanga guide how we work. We offer flexible working options, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful difference for ākonga across Aotearoa.

If you're ready to bring our values to life and support learners in meaningful ways, we'd love to hear from you.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Excited to join our team? Click the Apply button and tell us your story—we'd love to hear from you!

Applications must be submitted through our careers portal. Applicants must have the legal right to teach, reside and work in New Zealand.

E hiahia ana koe ki te mōhio anō? | Like to find out more?

For more information, check out the position description at the top of the page (link will be orange).

If you still have any additional questions, please contact Trudy Harrison, National Lead for Leaving to Learn via email Trudy.Harrison@tekura.school.nz

If you have issues with the application process, please contact jobs@tekura.school.nz 

Applications close at 11.59pm on Monday, 4th May 2026