Primary Teacher - Year 0-1

Talk Recruitment Limited; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Talk Recruitment Limited is assisting a vibrant, multicultural school in South Auckland to find a qualified teacher for 2027, for Year 0-1. The role emphasizes Te Reo Māori and a strong sense of belonging within a whanau-oriented learning environment.

The school is committed to whanaungatanga, offers robust professional development and extensive support from leadership and colleagues, with opportunities to engage with the wider community.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with current NZ teaching registration.
• Knowledge of Te Reo Māori and NZ Curriculum.
• Ability to engage and support diverse learners in a Māori immersion context.

Responsibilities

• Teach Year 0–1 in South Auckland, fostering whanaungatanga and belonging.
• Contribute to a culturally responsive, multicultural school community.
• Collaborate with whānau and colleagues to support student outcomes.

Skills

Te Reo Māori knowledge

NZ Curriculum knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Education or teaching qualification

Job description

Are you a caring educator passionate about the preservation and education of Te Reo for the next generation? We currently have a unique opportunity for a qualified teacher to join this dynamic, vibrant and multicultural school.

This role is for the 2027 school year, teaching year 0-1. South Auckland location.

We are looking for the right fit for this wonderful team, so we're willing to consider both local applicants and those who may need to relocate from elsewhere in New Zealand.

As you enter the school grounds, you instantly feel the warmth, acceptance and value placed on culture and belonging. Differences are valued, celebrated and enjoyed. This school is truly a special place. Staff are passionate and genuinely care; whanaungatanga is clearly on display. Teachers don't just care for their own students, but for all students, as well as the wider school whānau.

The management and leadership team offer abundant support and are absolutely wonderful. They care for their teachers just as much as they care for their tamariki, and they will always have your back.

Culture, music, arts and sports — this school is wonderfully well-rounded, with its strength firmly founded on relationships. Once strong trust is established, children will flourish, whānau will feel safe and supported, and everyone is able to be their very best.

On offer:

• Small class room numbers
• Māori Immersion Teaching Allowance
• Professional Development opportunities
• Excellent ongoing support
• A multi-cultural work environment

About you:

• Enthusiastic, resilient and passionate educator
• Someone filled with compassion, kindness and whanaungatanga
• Knowledge of spoken and written Te Reo Māori
• Must be living in New Zealand with the right to work in New Zealand
• Motivated to achieve best outcomes for the children.
• Collaborative team player
• Sound knowledge of the NZ Curriculum
• Suitable for Beginner or Experience teachers
• Must have current teaching registration