Teaching position Y2-4

Marshland School; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Canterbury is looking for an innovative and reflective teacher for a fixed-term position starting on 28/01/2026. The candidate should have a strong understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum and a commitment to providing high-quality learning experiences. This role involves working in a supportive team environment to meet diverse student learning needs. Applicants are encouraged to indicate their preferences for year levels Y2, 3 or 4.

Qualifications

• Candidates will have sound New Zealand Curriculum knowledge.
• Commitment to collaborative teaching is required.
• Must support literacy and mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality learning opportunities to meet diverse student needs.
• Integrate Te Reo Māori and Tikanga into learning.

Skills

New Zealand Curriculum knowledge

Collaborative teaching

Learning design

Pedagogy for literacy and mathematics

Integration of e-learning

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

Overview

Full time, fixed term, start date 28/01/2026, End date 15/12/2026 (maternity leave).

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher

Subjects

• English
• Health and physical education
• Learning languages
• Mathematics and statistics
• Science
• Social sciences
• Technology
• Te reo Māori
• The arts

About the role

We are looking for a positive, innovative and reflective practitioner who demonstrates commitment to providing high-quality learning opportunities to meet diverse student learning needs. If this reflects your approach to teaching, we welcome your application.

Position details

We have a fixed-term maternity leave position available in the junior area of the school (Y2, 3 or 4), commencing term 1, 2026 (28/01/2026) and finishing at the end of term 4, 2026 (15/12/2026). We welcome you to indicate your preference/s, as we have some degree of flexibility.

Qualifications and capabilities

Candidates will have sound New Zealand Curriculum knowledge, be committed to collaborative teaching and be excited to be a member of our inspirational team of staff. Strengths in learning design and pedagogy to support literacy and mathematics are required. An ability to integrate the curriculum, e-learning and Te Reo Māori me ona Tikanga into learning programmes is desirable.

About the school

Te Rito Harakeke - Marshland School offers an exciting opportunity for teachers who wish to extend their capability in a friendly, positive and fun learning environment.

How to apply

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and interviews may be offered prior to the closing date.

How to apply: Please go to our website for further information and to access the application pack.

Physical address:
11 Te Korari Street, Marshland, Christchurch