Music teacher

Cashmere High School; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant secondary school in Canterbury is seeking a dedicated specialist to teach performing arts in a collaborative environment. This full-time, fixed-term position for the 2026 academic year welcomes both experienced and beginning teachers. Applicants must be registered teachers in New Zealand and are encouraged to engage in a positive, inclusive learning atmosphere. The role includes opportunities for professional development and active participation in the school's co-curricular activities.

Benefits

Supportive teaching environment

Opportunities for professional learning

Vibrant school community

Qualifications

• Must be a registered teacher in New Zealand.
• Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Participate actively in the school’s co-curricular programme.

Responsibilities

• Teach performing arts technology in a collaborative team.
• Contribute to a welcoming and supportive school environment.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning and development.

Skills

Creating positive learning environments

Teaching performing arts technology

Engaging in professional development

Education

New Zealand registered teacher

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2026, End Date: 27/01/2027 (Staff released and short-term curriculum need)

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
The arts

Cashmere High School is a vibrant, state co-educational secondary school with a roll of approximately 2,300 students. We are committed to providing a welcoming and supportive environment that fosters citizenship, opportunities, vibrancy, and excellence – ourCOVE values.

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated specialist to teach in our high-performing, collaborative team of music staff.

This is a fixed term, full-time position for the 2026 academic year. Beginning teachers can apply.

Ability to teach performing arts technology would be advantageous.

About you

• Must be a New Zealand registered teacher
• Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Contribute to a welcoming and supportive school environment
• Participate actively in the school’s co-curricular programme
• Engage in ongoing professional learning and development.

What we offer

• A supportive and collaborative teaching environment
• Opportunities for professional learning and development
• A vibrant school community committed to excellence and innovation.

Please use the vacancy link to apply. Cover letter and CV addressed to the principal, John Stradwick.

Physical address:
172 Rose Street, Somerfield, Christchurch