Recruitment Coordinator

Fixed Term  (August/September 2026 until February 2027 or earlier in the event of the incumbent returning to work earlier)

Full-time 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)

Based in Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the position

In this role you will be supporting hiring managers across Te Kura through the full recruitment journey—from advertising roles, screening applications, to coordinating and sitting in on interviews, completing pre-employment checks, making offers of employment and supporting onboarding kaimahi (staff).

This is a hands-on role where you'll be:

• The go-to person for both candidates and managers
• Helping ensure recruitment runs smoothly and reflects good practice
• Delivering a smooth experience for both managers and candidates

Ko koe ēnei | About you

You are genuinely passionate about recruiting great talent into the education sector, understanding the postive impact that the right person in the right role can have on ākonga.

You'll thrive in this role if you:

• Can communicate clearly and confidently
• Understand the importance of team fit and can work closely with hiring managers to find the right match — not just the right skillset
• Work well in a fast-paced environment that involves communicating with a range of teams

We also value:

• A good eye for detail and strong time management skills
• Respect for cultural diversity and a willingness to learn te reo Māori
• An interest in improving processes
• An appreciation for a bit of team banter

Ko wai mātou | About Us

Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura) is New Zealand's largest school, providing personalised learning programmes through distance education from early childhood right through to NCEA Level 3, as well as to young adult and adult learners.

Our vision is to enable our ākonga to achieve their goals and become confident, contributing members of their communities.

Ki te tī, ki te tā, ki te katoa - Anytime, anywhere, anyone.

Ngā Uara o Te Kura | Our Values

• Manaaki | How We Show Up — showing respect, generosity, and care
• Whanaungatanga | How We Team — building relationships and belonging
• Tika | How We Practise — acting fairly and honestly
• Ākonga at the Centre — guiding every decision we make

Hei whakautu | In return

Te Kura will provide you with the opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive environment and work in a team that offers genuine work flexibility as part of an organisation that makes a difference to ākonga (students) across New Zealand.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

If this opportunity excites you and you're keen to join us on our journey to empower ākonga, click the apply button, we want to hear from you!

Applications must be lodged via our career's website, and you must have the right to reside or work in New Zealand.

Please note that we will be shortlisting candidates as we receive applications and may close the vacancy if suitable candidates are identified prior to the closing date. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

E hiahia mōhio anō ana koe? | 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 or if you encounter any issues during the application process, please email [email protected]

Applications close 12:59pm on Friday, 28 August 2026