Junior Teacher

Awapuni School (P North); Wellington; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Awapuni School (P North) in Palmerston North is seeking a Junior School Teacher (New Entrants) for a fixed-term position from immediate start through to the end of 2026, due to roll growth. The role suits beginning teachers who can bring enthusiasm, structure, and a play-based learning focus to our junior department.

You will join a supportive teaching syndicate, with a focus on creating warm, predictable routines and engaging diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Proven behaviour management and routines in a classroom.
• Commitment to honoring diversity within a multi-cultural school community.
• Collaborative mindset with a supportive teaching syndicate.

Skills

Behaviour management

Cultural competence

Team collaboration

Flexible pedagogy

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

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

Suitable for beginning teachers

Are you a collaborative, energetic educator with a knack for creating a structured, supportive environment where young learners thrive? Awapuni School is looking for a passionate Junior School Teacher to join our team for a fixed-term position, effective immediately through to the end of Term 4, 2026, due to exciting roll growth.

We are seeking a dedicated teacher to join our vibrant junior department. Experience in play-based learning is a definite advantage, though not essential. Above all, we want someone who understands the developmental needs of our youngest students and brings enthusiasm and structure to their classroom every day.

We are looking for

• Proven behaviour management and routines:clear, warm, and consistent routines that build a safe, predictable, and positive classroom culture.
• Cultural competence:a genuine commitment to honoring diversity and engaging thoughtfully within our rich, multi-cultural school community.
• Strong team player:a collaborative mindset—you will be working closely alongside a dedicated, supportive teaching syndicate.
• Flexible pedagogical approach:An interest in or experience with play-based learning frameworks to spark curiosity and foundation skills.
• Position: Junior School Teacher (New Entrants)
• Tenure: Fixed-Term (Roll Growth)
• Duration: Immediate start through to the end of the 2026 school year
• Location: Palmerston North.

If you are ready to make a positive impact in a school community that values strong relationships, collaboration, and high expectations for all learners, we would love to hear from you.

Awapuni School (P North)NZ