Middle Years Team Leader (Yr 3–4) – Fixed Term, 0.1 Release

Elmwood Normal School; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Elmwood Normal School in Christchurch is seeking a capable Middle Team Leader for 2027. This fixed-term role supports Years 3 and 4, with 0.1 release, to nurture a collaborative teaching team during roll growth.

We expect an innovative educator with strong organisational and relational skills, capable of guiding staff, modelling best practice, and contributing to school culture and programme development.

Qualifications

• Experience leading middle-school teams.
• Strong curriculum knowledge across Years 1–8.
• Proven ability to foster collaborative, positive school culture.
• Excellent behaviour management and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Middle Team (Years 3–4) and support staff.
• Contribute to school programmes and roll-growth initiatives.
• Promote reflective practice and professional development.
• Collaborate with leaders to implement strategic plans.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Curriculum knowledge

Behaviour management

Education

Teaching qualification

Leadership training

Job description

Elmwood Normal School in Christchurch is seeking a capable Middle Team Leader for 2027. This fixed-term role supports Years 3 and 4, with 0.1 release, to nurture a collaborative teaching team during roll growth.

We expect an innovative educator with strong organisational and relational skills, capable of guiding staff, modelling best practice, and contributing to school culture and programme development.