Junior School Teacher Aide (TAJS)

Diocesan School for Girls; Auckland; On-site; NZD 32,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Ongoing professional development

Beautiful campus

Job summary

Diocesan School for Girls in Auckland’s Epsom campus is seeking two fixed-term, part-time Teacher Aides for 2027, mornings 8.30am–12.30pm, term time only. One Aide will support Year 1 and the other Year 2 in-class learning.

You will work closely with the classroom teacher, bringing a proactive, inclusive mindset to help our students thrive. The school offers professional development and a strong sense of community.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role or related field working with children.
• Patience, warmth, and a can-do attitude.
• Great communication, organisation, and time management skills.
• Good spoken and written English.
• The ability to work collaboratively and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Build strong working relationships with the classroom teacher and other staff.
• Bring a positive, proactive, and inclusive mindset to your daily work.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience and warmth

Communication and organisation

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Type: Contract

Location: Diocesan School for Girls

Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training

Kaiāwhina Kaiako | Junior School Teacher Aides, Year 1 and Year 2 (2 positions, 2027)

Empowering young women starts with a great team

At Diocesan School for Girls, we are united by a shared purpose: to inspire and support the next generation of young women to be confident, resilient, and ready to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Every role at Dio contributes to this mission. Your work as a Teacher Aide plays an essential part in enabling our students to succeed.

We’re seeking two capable Teacher Aides to join our supportive Junior School team for 2027, working mornings only. If you’re patient, encouraging, and love helping young people thrive, we want to hear from you to help us deliver the high standards and care we’re known for.

Job Description

Mō te tūranga | About the roles

We have two fixed-term, part-time positions for the 2027 school year. One Teacher Aide will provide in-class support in our Year 1 class, and the other in our Year 2 class, giving learning support as directed by the classroom teacher.

In These Roles You Will

• Build strong working relationships with the classroom teacher and other staff
• Bring a positive, proactive, and inclusive mindset to your daily work

Hours:

8.30am–12.30pm, Monday to Friday (4 hours a day), term time only

Desired Skills And Experience

Ngā pūkenga me whai | We’re looking for someone with

• Proven experience in a similar role or related field working with children
• Patience, warmth, and a can-do attitude
• Great communication, organisation, and time management skills
• Good spoken and written English
• The ability to work collaboratively and adapt in a fast-paced environment

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

Diocesan School for Girls is located in Epsom, Auckland, and offers a supportive environment where staff thrive professionally and personally.

As Part Of Our Team, You’ll Enjoy

• The chance to shape a young woman’s future
• Competitive remuneration
• Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities
• A beautiful campus with landscaped school grounds
• Access to our onsite fitness centre, swimming pool, and physiotherapy services
• Regular wellness initiatives and social events
• A strong sense of community

Applications close 26 November 2026. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand and be available to attend an in-person interview.