Kaiako - team leader

St Brigids School (Johnsonville); Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Catholic primary school in Wellington is seeking a dedicated Kaiako (team leader) to start on 28 January 2026. The ideal candidate will be an NZ registered teacher with experience in leading learning and creating inclusive environments. Responsibilities include being part of the leadership team and improving student outcomes. A commitment to the school's values and special character is essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in creating effective learning environments.
• Ability to lead and collaborate effectively.
• Experience in Structured Literacy and Structured Mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Be part of the school's leadership team embodying school values.
• Contribute to school-wide development of literacy and mathematics.
• Uphold the special character of the school.

Skills

Team player

Effective communication

Commitment to student outcomes

Education

NZ registered teacher

Job description

Overview

Kaiako - team leader. Full time, Permanent. 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

“Learning together with strength of character and gentleness of heart”

St Brigid’s School, a Y0–8 state integrated Catholic primary school in Johnsonville, is seeking a dedicated classroom teacher and team leader, starting on 28 January 2026.

The successful applicant will be a NZ registered experienced teacher, display the ability to create the best possible learning environment, be a team player, and demonstrate excellence in leading learning. They will be leading and working in a highly supportive team who create inclusive, authentic, culturally-connected and engaging learning environments.

Responsibilities

• As a team leader, the successful candidate will be part of the school's leadership team, working to embody our school values and empower our ākonga through Catholic education and faith.
• They will be an effective communicator and collaborator, with a strong commitment to improving student outcomes.
• They will be experienced in Structured Literacy and Structured Mathematics and will need to contribute to the continued school-wide development of these programmes.
• The successful candidate is required to support and uphold the special character of the school. A willingness and ability to take part in religious instruction appropriate to the school shall be a condition of appointment.

Qualifications

• NZ registered teacher with demonstrated experience and ability to create the best possible learning environment.
• Team player and effective leader with excellence in leading learning.
• Experience in Structured Literacy and Structured Mathematics; ability to contribute to school-wide development of these programmes.
• Commitment to inclusive, authentic, culturally-connected and engaging learning environments.

How to apply

Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your strengths, including the details of 2 referees who can attest to your teaching skills, to:

Physical address:
9-11 Phillip Street, Johnsonville, Wellington

Postal Address:
11 Phillip Street, Johnsonville, Wellington, 6037