Scale A Teacher

Dunsandel School; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Dunsandel School in Canterbury invites a NZ-registered teacher to join our vibrant rural community. We teach Primary and intermediate students (Years 1–8) with a collaborative, supportive team and a growth mindset.

The successful applicant will relate well to students, parents and our community, and embrace our PRIDE values (Participate, Respect, Initiative, Determination, Empathy). The role is full-time and fixed-term, starting 28 January 2027 and ending 16 December 2027.

Qualifications

• NZ-registered teacher with strong interpersonal skills and sense of humour.
• Experience teaching primary/intermediate (Years 1–8) in a NZ school.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Growth mindset

Education

NZ teaching registration

Years 1–8 curriculum experience

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 16/12/2027 (Roll Fluctuation)

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

We are a vibrant country school offering a collaborative work environment with a fantastic team, an amazingly supportive rural community, and awesome kids!

We seek a NZ-registered teacher with strong interpersonal skills, a sense of humour, a willingness to "muck in" when needed, and a growth mindset . The successful applicant must relate well to our students, parents, community, and our PRIDE values (Participate, Respect, Initiative, Determination, Empathy) .

The position is envisaged to be in our middle school, though class configurations are to be confirmed.

Please state your preferred teaching level, curriculum strengths, supporting interests and what would make you a good fit for our school in your application.

Postal Address: Irvines Road RD 2, Leeston, 7682