Roll growth kaiako | teacher

Somerfield Te Kura Wairepo; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary school in Canterbury seeks a positive and motivated kaiako (teacher) for their term 4 new entrant class. Committed to fostering strong relationships, the ideal candidate will demonstrate quality teaching and align with the kura's values. This full-time, fixed-term role starts on 6 October 2025.

Qualifications

• Commitment to quality teaching and learning.
• Familiar with structured literacy and mathematics is advantageous.
• Eager to participate in the wider life of the school.

Responsibilities

• Teach and engage new entrant students in a primary school setting.
• Build strong connections with students, families, and community.
• Participate actively in school life and contribute to community.

Skills

Culturally responsive practice

Motivated

Organised

Relationship-focused

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 06/10/2025, End Date: 17/12/2025 (Roll growth)

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 us! New entrant kaiako @ Somerfield Te Kura Wairepo

Somerfield Te Kura Wairepo is looking for a positive and motivated teacher to take our term 4 new entrant class. Full-time, fixed-term starting 6 October 2025. We are a kura committed to fostering strong teaching and learning relationships with our tamariki, whānau, community and colleagues, ensuring the best possible outcomes for all students.

About us:

At Somerfield Te Kura Wairepo, we are dedicated to effective and engaging teaching and learning, building strong connections within and beyond our community. Our students are SMART Kids – Socially Adept, Motivated, Articulate, Resilient Thinkers.

About the role:

We are looking for a kaiako | teacher who:

• Is organised, motivated and committed to quality teaching and learning.
• Demonstrates strong culturally responsive practice in all aspects of their teaching and learning.
• Is relationship-focused in their pedagogical practice and willing to adopt Teaching to the North-East principles.
• Is familiar with structured literacy and mathematics – this is an advantage, but not necessary, as training in these areas is ongoing.
• Is eager to participate in the wider life of the school and contribute to our vibrant community.
• Brings their own interests and skills to enrich the learning experience for our students.
• Has personal values and attitudes that align with our kura.

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:

Physical address:
42 Studholme Street, Somerfield, Christchurch

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