GBHS Careers

🎓 A $5,000 scholarship could help kickstart your future.

Applications are closing soon for EIT's 2027 School Leaver Scholarships. EIT are awarding 10 scholarships worth $5,000 each to eligible secondary school students from Tairāwhiti who are planning to study a bachelor's degree at EIT in 2027.

Apply by Monday 31 August.

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School Leaver Scholarships | EIT Hawke's Bay and Tairāwhiti EIT offers a wide range of programmes.

Whakapiki Ake invite Rangatahi Years 9-13 and Whanau to informative evening at Matai Medical Research Thursday 13th August.

Please view information below to register.

Interested in a career in Aviation Engineering?
Start your Aviation Engineering journey here
The Air New Zealand Academy of Learning's Level 3 pre-employment programme is a practical, hands-on pathway for people interested in pursuing a career in aeronautical engineering. The programme leads to the New Zealand Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering (Pre-Employment Skills) (Level 3) and is designed to help learners build foundational knowledge, practical skills, and confidence for future training, qualifications, and opportunities across the aviation industry. This programme is suited to people who enjoy problem-solving, working with their hands, and learning in a practical environment.

Successful participants who achieve the qualification may choose to explore opportunities across the aviation industry, including but not limited to Air New Zealand. Completion of the programme does not guarantee employment with Air New Zealand or any specific employer.

Any year 13 students interested in our Aircraft Maintenance Programme for 2027, applications are now open via the below link

Academy of Learning – Air New Zealand
https://careers.airnewzealand.co.nz/academy-of-learning

GBHS offers a Defensive Driving Course for those who hold their restricted license.
This is a 4 session course held over 4 days. 8.30am to 11am in the careers office at GBHS. All 4 sessions must be attended to pass. This also includes a test drive with the We Train You driving instructor, who will give feed back on your readiness to sit your full license.
The next course for 2026 will be held: Tuesday 28th, Thursday 30th July, Tuesday 4th and Thursday 6th August 2026. Payment of $180.00 is required by Friday 24th July 2026 to secure your place. SPACES ARE LIMITED. You can gain 15 L2 Credits by completing this course. If you would like to attend please come to the careers office to get a consent form.

Are you 16? Want to obtain your learner licence? The next learner licence is Tuesday 25th & Wednesday26th August. The cost is $96.10, this covers 1 day of tuition and the test fee and must be paid before the 20th August to the accounts office. Spaces are limited and only secured by payment being received. Consent forms can be collected from the Careers Office

First Aid Course - Wednesday 22nd July
We will be holding a First Aid Course on Wednesday 22nd July - 8.30am to 5pm at We Train You Gisborne. This will be the only First Aid Course this year.
We have limited spaces available. The cost is $100 per student. To secure you spot please come to the careers office and collect a consent form. Once payment has been made to the account office your space will be confirmed.

Free Online Information Event – Discover Careers in Tourism, Travel & Aviation (18 June)
✈️ Free Online Information Event -Thursday 18 June 2026
🕐 1:00pm – 1:45pm (lunchtime session)
Registration is essential to receive the joining link - Click: Registration: FREE Online Information Event | 18 June | 1pm-1:45pm – Fill out form
This is a great opportunity for students considering their future pathways, as well as parents, caregivers, and school staff supporting career conversations.
During the session we will cover:
What it’s really like to study at ITC
Study options: Auckland City, Botany, Whangārei, and Study From Home
Career pathways in tourism, travel, and aviation
Updates on Fees Free changes
Entry requirements and enrolment process
Live Q&A – participants can ask any questions directly
Please note: this is a webinar-style session where participants can see and hear our presenter, but they will not be visible or audible on screen. This allows for a simple, accessible experience from anywhere.

REMINDER
All Year 12 students will be attending the RYDA Driver Safety Programme tomorrow, Tuesday 9 June, at the House of Breakthrough. Boys are to meet in the hall at the beginning of first period where the roll will be taken. Buses will transport them there and back. We will be back by 2.30pm. Lunch will be provided. Bring a pen, a water bottle and a positive attitude!

Are you interested in obtaining your 1st Aid Certificate? We have a course running Monday 22nd June 2026. Please come to the careers office and speak to Donna if you would like to attend. The cost is $100 per person, 5 credits attached if completed and pass. Spaces are LIMITED.