New Entrant Teacher

Allenton School; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Allenton School in Canterbury, New Zealand, seeks a certificated teacher for a full-time fixed-term role teaching our youngest learners as they start school (Years 1–8). The position runs from 26 January 2027 to 17 December 2027.

You will bring energy, passion and a reflective practice, with strong knowledge of the NZ Curriculum, current classroom practices, and a commitment to professional development. Building positive relationships with ākonga, whānau and staff is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum.
• Experience applying current classroom practices and assessment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Ability to develop positive relationships with ākonga, whānau and staff.

Responsibilities

• Teach primary and intermediate learners (Years 1–8) in a fixed term role.
• Create engaging, inclusive learning environments.
• Collaborate with staff and whānau to support student progress.
• Demonstrate reflective practice and professional growth.

Skills

New Zealand Curriculum knowledge

Classroom management

Professional collaboration

Education

Certificated teacher (NZ)

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 26/01/2027, End Date: 17/12/2027 (New Entrant start up / roll growth classroom)

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


• English


• Health and physical education


• Learning languages


• Mathematics and statistics


• Science


• Social sciences


• Technology


• Te reo Māori


• The arts

Due to roll growth, a fixed-term new entrant position is available for the 2027 school year, teaching our youngest learners as they start school.

We are looking for teachers who bring energy, passion and thoughtful reflection to everything they do. Strong knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum, successful current classroom practices, a commitment to ongoing professional development and the ability to develop positive relationships with ākonga, whānau and staff are essential.

Beginning teachers are welcome to apply.

Fixed term units may be available based on applicants’ strengths and the needs of the school. Please state your strengths in your letter of application.

Allenton School is situated in the west Ashburton suburb of Allenton. With a starting roll of around 390 in 2027, we expect to grow to around 460 by the end of the year.