Classroom Teacher (2 Positions)

Waltham School; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Waltham School in Canterbury invites two outstanding junior school teachers (years 0-3) to join our vibrant, multicultural team from the beginning of 2027. The role focuses on foundational learning across Years 1–3, with a commitment to inclusion, collaboration and building trusting relationships with tamariki and their families.

Knowledge or experience of the Better Start Literacy Approach (BSLA) and Numicon is advantageous. Applicants must be NZ registered.

Qualifications

• NZ registered teacher with current practising certificate.
• Ability to teach primary and intermediate (Years 1–8).
• Experience with inclusive education and supporting diverse learners (neurodiverse students) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Build strong connections with tamariki and their families.
• Demonstrate culturally responsive teaching practices.
• Support students with diverse learning needs, including neurodiverse learners.
• Be approachable, empathetic and solution-focused.
• Go the extra mile for learners and colleagues.

Education

NZ registered teacher

Job description

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher

English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

Our vibrant and multicultural school is seeking two outstanding junior school teachers (years 0-3) to join our team from the beginning of 2027.

Our school values inclusion, collaboration and championing the individual things that make young people special and unique. If you are passionate about fostering a love for learning, developing meaningful and trusting relationships with tamariki and their families, and can lead by example then Waltham is the place for you.

The successful person will be proven in their ability to:

• Build strong connections and positive relationships
• Demonstrate culturally responsive practice
• Demonstrate knowledge and commitment to supporting neurodiverse students
• Be approachable, empathetic and solution-focused
• Go the extra mile for our learners

Having knowledge and/or experience of the Better Start Literacy Approach (BSLA) and/or Numicon is advantageous. Applicants must be NZ registered.