Experienced Classroom Teacher

St Patrick's School (Kaiapoi); Canterbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

St Patrick’s School (Kaiapoi) in Canterbury invites applications for an experienced classroom teacher to join our Year 1–8 team. We seek an innovative, inclusive educator who can bring the New Zealand Curriculum to life.

The successful candidate will be fully registered in New Zealand, build strong relationships with students, whānau and colleagues, and contribute to our Catholic Special Character while embracing diversity and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must be a fully registered teacher in New Zealand.
• Builds strong relationships with students, whānau and colleagues.
• Embraces cultural diversity and inclusive practices.
• Creative, engaging teaching aligned with school values.
• Committed to ongoing professional growth and collaboration.
• Knowledge of restorative practices.
• Experience or strength in music or sport is advantageous.
• Willing to work in a Year 4–6 collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Catholic Special Character and active school involvement.
• Work with Years 4–6 collaborative team.
• Participate in whole-school activities and events.

Skills

Registered NZ teacher

Relationship builder

Inclusive teaching

Restorative practice

Creative teaching

Music/sport interest

Education

NZ teaching qualification

Job description

St Patrick's School (Kaiapoi) Canterbury

Experienced Classroom Teacher

Full time, Permanent

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

English, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Te reo Māori, The arts

Are you a teacher with a passion for bringing the New Zealand Curriculum to life? Do you thrive in inclusive classrooms and love creating meaningful, enjoyable learning experiences for all tamariki?

St Patrick’s School, Kaiapoi is a Catholic, state-integrated primary school for Years 0 to 8, located in Kaiapoi, in the mighty North Canterbury. We are a vibrant, future-focused learning community with a proud tradition (100 years in fact!) of delivering high-quality education. We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative educator to join our dedicated team from the beginning of 2027.

We’re looking for an educator who:

• is fully registered teacher in New Zealand
• builds strong relationships with students, whānau, and colleagues through excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• embraces and celebrates cultural diversity within the classroom
• has a creative and engaging teaching style that aligns with our school values and vision,
• is committed to ongoing professional growth and collaborative practice
• is passionate about student well-being, equity, and inclusion
• has a well-developed sense of humour
• uses restorative practice
• has a strength in music and/or sport would be an advantage
• is keen to work in a Year 4 to 6 collaborative team - year level to be negotiated.

The successful applicants will be expected to: recognise and respect the school’s Catholic Special Character and be actively involved in the total life of the school, in a manner which respects the religious instruction given and religious observances practiced within the school.

We look forward to hearing from you! You are invited to come and visit our amazing school as part of the application process.

Appointment starts in term 1, 2027.