Company Profile

    Company overview

    Specialities

    Online, Distance, Flexible Learning, Vocational Education

    Company size

    101-1,000

    Primary location

    Lower Hutt, Wellington
    The Open Polytechnic is Aotearoa's powerhouse of online, distance, and flexible learning—leading the way in reshaping education so every learner has the freedom to succeed, anytime, anywhere. We’re all about bringing learning to where our ākonga | learners are—making education accessible, flexible, and meaningful. Each year, we support around 40,000 learners on their journey to success. If you're looking for a place where your work truly matters, you’ve found it. Our range of qualifications allows learners to staircase from certificate to diploma and degree level. They include technical and vocational training, through to higher professional and continuing education.

    Our mission statement

    We make a positive difference in the lives of New Zealanders through education. At Open Polytechnic, our kaimahi | staff play a vital role in shaping the future of New Zealand’s education sector. We are proud of our people and deeply value their contributions. Our team is made up of a wide mix of talented people—course designers, tech experts, administrators, librarians, and learner support pros—all working together with one shared purpose: to help our learners succeed and thrive. Open Polytechnic is a place where fresh ideas are welcome, flexibility is the norm, and you’re encouraged to grow, create, and make a real impact.

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    Recent reviews

    4.0
    Learning Designer
    Mar 2026
    All Wellington3 to 4 years in the role, current employee
    Aspirational organisation missing performance improvement
    The good thingsHybrid working, the team
    The challengesSiloed department, too many complex processes, lack of professional growth and development, limited promotion opportunities, SMEs are contractors versus employees
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