Scale A teachers (up to 3 positions)

Kaiapoi Borough School; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary educational institution in Canterbury is seeking a certificated teacher for permanent vacancies in the Y0–6 area starting from term 1, 2026. The ideal candidate possesses strong communication and relationship-building skills, and a commitment to personal growth within a supportive school environment. Applications are encouraged from beginning teachers who can foster an inclusive and engaging atmosphere in the classroom.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Willingness to grow personal teaching practice.
• Strengths in communication and relationship development.

Responsibilities

• Teach primary and intermediate students in the Y0–6 area.
• Implement DMIC and BSLA practices.
• Contribute to a positive school culture.

Skills

Strong classroom practitioners

Communication skills

Relationship development

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Overview

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

Position information

Our Y0–8 kura has up to three permanent vacancies in the Y0–6 area. These positions begin from term 1, 2026. If you are interested in applying please state your preference of year levels.

Our kura is focused on providing a safe and inclusive learning environment with a strong commitment to relational practice. We have a supportive staff with a positive school culture. We are committed to an exciting journey with DMIC (mathematics), structured literacy (BSLA) and professional learning development with Helen Walls (writing). We are looking for committed, open-minded, strong classroom practitioners who have strengths in communication, developing relationships, and a willingness to grow their own practice.

The positions are available for beginning teachers to apply.

How to apply

Please send your CV, covering letter, the names of 3 referees and the teaching application form filled in. Please outline your preference of year levels and address your application to:

Physical address:
20 Hilton Street, Kaiapoi

Postal Address:
20 Hilton Street, Kaiapoi, 7630