Scale A Kaiako: Year 3-5 (2 Positions)

Ngutuawa School; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ngutuawa School in Canterbury is seeking a Certificated teacher to join a dynamic team for a fixed-term role from 26 January 2027 to 16 December 2027. You will teach across Years 1–8, including English, Health and physical education, maths and science, te reo Māori, and the arts.

We value relationships, community and collaborative learning. If you are passionate about making a difference for our tamariki, come join us as we shape the school's future together.

Qualifications

• Must hold a certificated teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Years 1–8 (primary/intermediate) preferred.
• Ability to teach a broad range of subjects listed in the ad.
• Engage with relationships, community and positive learning outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging educational experiences that support positive learning outcomes.
• Collaborate with colleagues to shape the school's future.
• Be highly relational and a flexible team player.

Skills

Relational

Team player

Organised

Collaborate

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 26/01/2027, End Date: 16/12/2027 (Special Project)

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

Are you looking for a teaching role where relationships, laughter, and community truly matter? Ngutuawa School is on an exciting journey of change, and we’re seeking kaiako who are passionate about making a difference for our tamariki.

We’re after people who are:

• Highly relational and committed to creating engaging educational experiences that support positive learning outcomes.
• Flexible team players who put children and our Eastside community at the heart of their practice.
• Organised, proactive, and able to show initiative
• Keen to collaborate, share ideas, and help shape our school’s future.

At Ngutuawa, we work hard, support each other and celebrate the big and small successes along the way. If this sounds like the place for you, we’d love to have you join our team.