Senior Leader, Year 5–6 Class & Team Growth

Newlands School; Wellington; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Newlands School in Wellington is inviting applications for a Team Leader Year 5 and 6. The role is full-time and permanent, commencing in term 1 2027, with two permanent units available and leadership release time. The successful candidate will lead our senior team and also teach a Year 5/6 class.

We are seeking an experienced teacher with proven leadership capabilities who can support others to reflect and strengthen practice. Additional fixed-term units may be available based on strengths.

Responsibilities

• Lead the senior team for Years 5 and 6 at Newlands Primary School.
• Teach a Year 5/6 class with sound curriculum knowledge.
• Use a wide range of strategies to support diverse learners.
• Strengthen literacy and numeracy; model reflective practice for colleagues.
• Permanent role starting term 1 2027 with leadership release time.

Job description

Newlands School in Wellington is inviting applications for a Team Leader Year 5 and 6. The role is full-time and permanent, commencing in term 1 2027, with two permanent units available and leadership release time. The successful candidate will lead our senior team and also teach a Year 5/6 class.

We are seeking an experienced teacher with proven leadership capabilities who can support others to reflect and strengthen practice. Additional fixed-term units may be available based on strengths.