Junior team leader, permanent kaiako

East Gore School; Southland; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive primary school in Southland is looking for a full-time, permanent teacher to commence on January 28, 2026. Candidates should be committed to high-quality teaching, possess a current practicing certificate, and be able to build strong relationships with students and families. The role involves leading and supporting junior students, enhancing their learning experience in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in structured literacy and maths or willingness to develop in these areas.
• Ability to build strong and supportive learning relationships.
• Commitment to high-quality teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a syndicate for primary and intermediate students.
• Engage in high-quality teaching and learning.
• Foster positive relationships with students and families.

Skills

High-quality teaching

Structured literacy

Mathematics

Building relationships

Humour

Education

New Zealand registered teacher with current practising certificate

Job description

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Syndicate leader

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

MU

Are you looking for the next step in your teaching career?

Perhaps you are ready for a change and to enhance your leadership capabilities. We have an exciting opportunity for the right candidate.

We are looking to welcome a new team member to join our kura for the start of 2026.

Positive relationships are key at our place, so the ability to build strong and supportive learning relationships with our tamariki and whānau are an essential element.

We are proud of our learning success, culture and environments here at EGS. If you are a sound classroom practitioner, who is ready to impart knowledge and engage in exciting learning experiences then we’d love to hear from you! We warmly encourage you to explore our school website or Facebook page to get a real sense about what we can offer here at our progressive school.

We are looking for a teacher who is committed to high-quality teaching and learning, loves their craft and has a sense of humour. Someone who has some practical experience of structured literacy and maths or is prepared to undertake and be involved in professional development in this area would be advantageous.

If you are a committed, team player who places ākonga at the heart of what you do and would like to work in an energetic and supportive environment, then please consider connecting with us.

If you are a New Zealand registered teacher with a current practising certificate, we would love to hear from you.

This full-time, permanent position with our dynamic junior tamariki commences on 28 January 2026. This position will reflect and align with the NZEI Collective Agreement.

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:

Dana Turnbull - Tumuaki
If you are interested in this position, then please head to our school website for the documentation to support your application. This is located under the “Our People” tab.
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Physical address:
3 Wentworth Street, Gore