Classroom teacher - NE-Y1

Fairhall School; Marlborough; On-site; NZD 61,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Marlborough is seeking an enthusiastic, New Zealand Registered teacher for a primary position starting in 2026. The role requires skills in teaching new entrants and building relationships. The terms offer a competitive base salary ranging from $61,329 to $103,086 based on qualifications and experience. Applicants should have a passion for learning and a collaborative spirit to join a caring teaching team.

Qualifications

• Registered teacher with skills in transition to school.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and adults.
• Experience in primary education.

Responsibilities

• Join the teaching team from the start of 2026.
• Engage with students in Years 1-8.
• Utilize the Better Start Literacy Approach and Maths No Problem methodologies.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Innovation

Passion for learning

Positive relationships with students

Flexibility

Adaptability

Education

New Zealand Registered Teacher

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

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, quality New Zealand Registered teacher to join our teaching team from the start of 2026.

We are seeking a skilled new entrant-Y1 teacher with skills in transition to school. We have several fixed-term management units that will be open to both new and existing staff to apply for.

If you are enthusiastic, innovative, passionate about learning, and can build positive relationships with students and adults, then this is a position for you. We have a positive, caring and supportive teaching team.

We are a PB4L-SW School, using the Better Start Literacy Approach and Maths No Problem across the school. Please state your curriculum strengths in your application.

The successful applicant will be a positive, motivated and collaborative team member. Flexibility and adaptability are essential. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

The terms and conditions, including base salary, for this position is set by the relevant collective agreement. The base salary for trained and registered teachers will range from $61,329 to $103,086, depending on the applicant’s qualifications and experience. An individual's actual base salary will be established by a salary assessment once a role is confirmed.

How to apply

Please send your CV, completed application form and direct enquiries to:

Physical address: New Renwick Road, Fairhall, Blenheim