Scale A Teacher

Seddon School; Marlborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Seddon School is seeking a qualified teacher to join our rural community. The successful candidate will deliver a broad curriculum and contribute to a collaborative school culture, while building strong relationships with students, whānau, staff and the wider community.

We value teachers who bring energy, humour, and a genuine love of working with children, with a commitment to engaging learning and shared celebrations within our school and community.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified teacher with QTS.
• Experience teaching primary years 1–8.
• Commitment to rural community engagement.
• Ability to build strong relationships with students, whānau and the wider community.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons across English, Health and physical education, Mathematics and statistics, Science, The arts.
• Collaborate with colleagues to contribute to a vibrant school culture.
• Foster positive relationships with students, families and the local community.

Skills

Love of children

Curriculum knowledge

Team collaboration

Humour

Community involvement

Education

QTS (UK)

Bachelor of Education

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

Are you a teacher who can seamlessly switch from gumboots at Pets Day, cross-country, or a community working bee to dress shoes at a prize-giving, staff celebrations, or community events?

Do you believe that learning should be engaging, relationships matter, and laughter is an essential part of every school day?

If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you.

We are looking for someone who

• Has a genuine love of working with children and commitment to helping every learner thrive.


• Brings excellent curriculum knowledge and passion to their classroom programmes.


• Has a wonderful sense of humour and doesn't take themselves too seriously.


• Thrives as part of a collaborative team and contributes positively to a vibrant collegial culture.


• Values community involvement and is keen to become part of the fabric of our community.


• Appreciates the unique rewards and challenges of rural education.


• Understands that great schools are built on strong relationships with students, whānau, staff, and wider community.


• Believes that schools flourish when people support, encourage, and celebrate one another and actively contributes towards this.

What you'll find at our kura

• A supportive and welcoming team that genuinely enjoys working together.


• A school community that values our people and fosters partnership.


• Opportunities to contribute, learn, and grow professionally.


• Children who will challenge and inspire you every day.


• A workplace where everyone is encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrate their successes and share a laugh together

We're not just looking for an excellent teacher. We're looking for someone who will become part of our team, our community, and our story.

If you are passionate about education, committed to children, and believe that strong collegial relationships are the foundation of great schools, we'd love to hear from you.

We welcome school visits. Please contact our principal to organise this.

Start date 28th January 2027.