Junior Teaching Position

The Cathedral Grammar School; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cathedral Grammar School invites a passionate teacher to join our junior school, teaching across Years 1–8 with a focus on early primary learning. You will create engaging lessons in English, health, languages, maths, science, social sciences, technology, te reo Māori, and the arts.

Join a community that values collaboration, creative expression, and supportive environments, with a strong emphasis on high-quality pedagogy and student wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in the junior area (NE–Y3) with deep understanding of early primary years.
• Pedagogical strengths in Structured Literacy and/or Music are highly desirable.
• Outstanding organisational skills to manage a dynamic schedule.
• A genuine team player with positive energy and community focus.

Responsibilities

• Create nurturing, caring, and vibrant classroom spaces for young learners.
• Build authentic connections with children, staff, and whānau.
• Demonstrate commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi in everyday learning.
• Deliver high-impact learning experiences tailored to junior students.

Skills

Junior primary teaching experience (NE

Structured Literacy

Music pedagogy

Excellent organisational skills

Collaborative team player

Education

Certificated teacher qualification

Bachelor of Education or equivalent

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

Join our community where learning comes to life, and where your expertise as an educator will truly shine. In the heart of Christchurch, The Cathedral Grammar School is an independent Anglican primary school led by our values and renowned for academic excellence, creative expression, and a supportive environment.

We are seeking an energetic and experienced teacher to join our junior school.

Why you'll love teaching with us

• Teach in an enriching, well-resourced environment alongside dedicated colleagues who value collaboration, innovation, and fun.
• Work closely with engaged, supportive whānau who actively partner in their children’s learning journeys.
• Embrace opportunities to refine your craft within a school that prioritises high-quality pedagogy and educational best practice.
• Enjoy smaller, manageable class sizes that allow you to give each child personalised attention and nurture individual potential.

Key responsibilities

• Create a nurturing, caring, and vibrant classroom space where young learners feel safe, confident, and excited to step into school life.
• Build authentic, positive, and lasting connections with children, staff, and whānau.
• Demonstrate a genuine commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, weaving culturally rich practices into everyday learning.
• Deliver high-impact learning experiences tailored to the unique developmental needs of junior students.

What we are looking for

• Proven experience: Successful experience teaching in the junior area (NE–Y3) with a deep understanding of the early primary years.
• Pedagogical strengths: Proven expertise or a strong commitment to Structured Literacy and/or Music is highly desirable.
• Exceptional organisation: Outstanding organisational skills to manage a dynamic schedule.
• Collaborative approach: A genuine team player who brings positive energy, flexibility, and a heart for community.

If you are a talented teacher ready to inspire our youngest learners and make a meaningful impact we would love to hear from you.