Activity centre teacher

Taranaki Activity Centre; Taranaki; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational facility in New Zealand seeks an inspiring and empathetic teacher for term 1 of 2026. The role focuses on providing support to secondary students, fostering their academic and social well-being. Ideal for teachers experienced in pastoral care, this position is part of a supportive team where collegiality is valued. Application details are provided for interested candidates.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing pastoral care to students.
• Trained in primary or secondary education.
• Ability to support students with learning, wellbeing, and social needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic learning support to students.
• Offer pastoral care and support to students.
• Collaborate with a supportive team.

Skills

Empathy

Collaboration

Pastoral care

Education

Certified Teacher

Job description

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher

We are seeking an inspiring, empathetic and passionate teacher starting term 1, week one in 2026 to join us at the Taranaki Activity Centre (TAC).

The Taranaki Activity Centre is an educational space for secondary school students who are not currently attending mainstream.

All students are Y9-11 and require support with their learning, wellbeing and social/behavioral needs.

Our teacher provides both academic learning support and pastoral care to students. The successful candidate will join a highly collaborative, supportive team who value collegiality.

This position would suit experienced primary or secondary trained teachers with experience in providing pastoral care to students.

The Taranaki Activity Centre staff are employees of Spotswood College New Plymouth as the managing school.

Key Details

• Type: Activity Centre
• Authority: State
• Gender: Co-Ed
• Decile: 0
• Roll: 0

How to Apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to the address below.

Physical address: 334 Frankley Road, New Plymouth

Postal Address: 334 Frankley Road, Ferndale, New Plymouth, 4310