Scale A Classroom Teacher (Fixed Term for 2027)

Te Mata School (Havelock North); Havelock North; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Te Mata School (Havelock North) invites applications for a Scale A Classroom Teacher on a fixed-term basis for 2027. The role covers primary and intermediate learners (Years 1–8) and requires a certificated teacher.

We are building a team of three motivated, innovative teachers who enjoy collaborative, digital teaching and differentiated planning. Start date is 26 January 2027 with a supportive professional development culture.

Qualifications

• Certificated teacher with NZ registration.
• Suitable for beginning teachers.
• Interest or experience in Years 1–6 curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and support a love of learning.
• Collaborate within a digital teaching team.
• Design a differentiated teaching and learning programme based on students' strengths and needs.
• Get involved in the life of our school and share strengths (e.g., Music/Choir, sports).
• Foster positive connections with families.

Skills

Beginning teacher friendly

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Scale A Classroom Teacher (Fixed Term for 2027)

Te Mata School (Havelock North) – Havelock North

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

Suitable for beginning teachers

Do you want to work in a school that is fun, collaborative, supportive and loves to learn?

Then come and join our team!

Te Mata School in Havelock North is an incredible place to be a part of. We aim to "Seek the Heights" in academics, sports, culture, S.T.E.A.M, and across the wider curriculum while creating memorable experiences that our children will treasure in years to come. We support staff through ongoing professional development to ensure that they can be their personal best and enable them to share their expertise and strengths with our children.

We are looking for 3 teachers to join our team who are highly motivated, innovative and who have a passion for teaching and learning (open to all year groups 1-6).

We are seeking a teacher who can;

• Inspire and support a love of learning.
• Work within a collaborative and digital teaching team environment.
• Design a differentiated teaching and learning programme based on children’s strengths and needs.
• Get involved in the life of our school and share their personal strengths eg: Music/Choir, sports.
• Foster positive connections with families.

To learn more about our wonderful school check out our school website or contact us for a school tour.

Timeline

Applications close: Friday 25th September at 12 noon

Candidates shortlisted by: Friday 25th September

Successful candidates notified of an interview by: Friday 25th - Saturday 26th September

Interviews: Tuesday 29th to Wednesday 30th September (will be confirmed with applicants)

Start date: Teacher Only Day Tuesday 26th January 2027

Physical address

7 Nimon Street, Havelock North

Patrice O'Connor, Principal
*********@temata.school.nz
06 8777246