New entrants/Y1 teacher

Tai Tapu School; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Year 1 teacher to join their vibrant community. This fixed-term role offers the chance to engage with delightful students while fostering a warm and inclusive classroom environment. The ideal candidate will build strong relationships with learners and their families, demonstrating a commitment to collaborative teaching and professional growth. This opportunity allows you to make an immediate impact and be part of a supportive team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of students and the broader community.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and dedicated Y1 teacher with a commitment to collaborative teaching.
• Experience in building strong relationships with learners and their families.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, inclusive classroom environment for Year 1 students.
• Contribute to the school's vision of making a difference in the community.

Skills

Relationship Building

Classroom Management

Collaborative Teaching

Commitment to Professional Growth

Education

Certificated Teacher

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 14/07/2025, End Date: 18/12/2025 (New entrants/Y1 teacher)

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

Due to roll growth, Tai Tapu School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Y1 teacher to join our vibrant and supportive learning community.

This fixed-term position will run from 14 July to 18 December 2025, and will involve taking on an existing class of delightful Year 1 students.

We are looking for someone who:

• Builds strong relationships with learners and their whānau
• Creates a warm, inclusive classroom environment
• Demonstrates a commitment to collaborative teaching and professional growth
• Aligns with our school values of Manaaki (Respect), Hononga (Connection), Maia (Courage), and Tipu (Growth)
• Is ready to contribute to our vision of “making a difference to self, others and the environment”

This is an exciting opportunity to make an immediate impact and be part of a supportive and passionate team.

How to apply

Please send your application, CV, a brief cover letter, and direct enquiries to:

Physical address:
1 School Road, Tai Tapu