Teacher

Merrin School Ngā Whetū Kohara; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Merrin School Ngā Whetū Kohara is seeking a Certificated teacher for a full-time, permanent role beginning at the start of 2027. The position covers primary and intermediate (Years 1-8) with a strong focus on Numeracy and Literacy.

We value dedicated classroom practitioners who foster creativity, student ownership, and positive relationships with tamariki and whanau. Applicants should clearly indicate strengths and preferences for teaching areas in their cover letter.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Certificated teaching qualification.
• Experience and strong-targeted teaching skills in Numeracy and Literacy.
• Warm, open, relationship-building with students (tamariki) and families (whanau).

Responsibilities

• Teach across primary and intermediate (Years 1-8).
• Deliver engaging, creative learning programmes.
• Collaborate with staff to foster student ownership and growth mindset.

Skills

Classroom practitioner

Numeracy teaching

Literacy teaching

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Teacher

Full time, Permanent

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 have a permanent teaching position available at our school, commencing at the start of 2027.

We are looking for someone who first and foremost is a dedicated and enthusiastic classroom practitioner, who values creativity and student ownership within their learning programme.

We are looking for a teacher who has experience and strong-targeted teaching skills in Numeracy and Literacy.

We encourage the sharing of new ideas and growth mindsets are essential on our team.

You must be a warm and open person who fosters strong relationships with their tamariki and whanau.

Timeline

23 September: Position advertised in the Education Gazette

14 October: Position closes

15-16 October: Shortlisting

19 October: Interviews

20-21 October: Appointment made and unsuccessful applicants advised

We are a full primary school, Year 0-8, please make it very clear which areas you have strengths in and which area you have a preference to teach in. Please ensure you apply for this position using the application information we have provided and include a 'strong' cover letter.