Teacher, Epuni Care & Protection Residence, Lower Hutt

Central Regional Health School; Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health education institution in Wellington is seeking a full-time Teacher at the Epuni Care and Protection residence. The ideal candidate will design personalized learning programs, ensure culturally responsive practices, and collaborate with external agencies. Applicants must hold a current NZ practicing certificate and have strong literacy/numeracy skills. Join a supportive team and make a meaningful impact in a small class environment.

Benefits

Small class sizes (1:10 ratio)

Supportive and dynamic team

Qualifications

• Experience in trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice.
• Strong classroom teacher with knowledge of the NZ Curriculum.
• Confident in using digital technologies for planning.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver personalised programmes for ākonga.
• Create safe, inclusive classrooms reflecting students' culture.
• Collaborate with team and external agencies.

Skills

Trauma-informed practice

Culturally responsive practice

Strong classroom teacher

Digital technologies

Literacy/numeracy skills

Education

Current NZ practising certificate

Job description

Overview

Central Regional Health School Wellington

Role

Teacher, Epuni Care & Protection Residence, Lower Hutt — Full time, Permanent

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

Subjects: English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

Special Duties Allowance, Regional Health Schools Unit

Responsibilities

We’re excited to offer a full-time, permanent teaching role at the Epuni Care and Protection residence in Lower Hutt. We’re seeking a nurturing, enthusiastic kaiako committed to empowering ākonga on their learning journey.

• Has experience in trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice
• Creates safe, inclusive, mana-enhancing environments that reflect students’ culture, language, and identity
• Is a strong classroom teacher with knowledge of the NZ Curriculum or Te Marautanga o Aotearoa (Levels 1–8)
• Uses digital technologies confidently for planning, communication, and admin
• Has strong literacy/numeracy skills and experience supporting complex learners

Highly desirable: Proficiency in te reo Māori and deep understanding of te ao Māori. We’re looking for someone confident in these areas to support our commitment to bicultural practice and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and help guide our team on this journey.

About the role

You’ll design and deliver personalised programmes that spark curiosity and build on ākonga strengths. Collaboration with our wider team and external agencies is key, including supporting smooth transitions back into community education.

Why join us?

You’ll be part of a supportive, dynamic team that values trust, collaboration, and whanaungatanga. Benefit from small class sizes (1:10 ratio) and make a meaningful impact.

Applicants must hold a current NZ practising certificate or be willing to work under a LAT, and have a full, clean driver licence.

Central Regional Health School has 80 staff across 14 sites in the lower North Island. This role is based at Epuni, though occasional teaching at other sites may be required.

How to apply

Please send your CV, cover letter and application form to [e-mail]

Location

Physical address: Level 7 234 Wakefield Street, Te Aro, Wellington

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