Teacher for 2027

Wairarapa Cobham Intermediate; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wairarapa Cobham Intermediate Canterbury invites applications for a full-time, fixed-term Teacher for 2027. Start date 01/02/2027, End Date 15/12/2027 (Maternity Leave). You will teach in the Years 1–8 range, with focus on Kahikatea Programme for high-ability learners.

The role emphasises designing enriched, differentiated learning experiences, collaboration with a co-teacher, and contributing to our supportive learning community as part of Team Cobham.

Qualifications

• NZ registered teacher with current certification in NZ.
• Experience teaching Year 7–8 students.

Responsibilities

• Design enriched, differentiated learning experiences for high-ability learners.
• Collaborate in a shared teaching space with one other teacher.
• Contribute to Kahikatea Programme and school culture.

Skills

Certificated teacher

Education

NZ registered teacher

Job description

Wairarapa Cobham Intermediate Canterbury

Teacher for 2027

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 01/02/2027, End Date: 15/12/2027 (Maternity Leave)

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

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate teacher to join our team, working with vibrant 11-to-13-year-olds in our Kahikatea Programme.

The Kahikatea programme offers a tailored learning pathway for students who thrive on depth, pace, and intellectual challenge. Designed to nurture both academic extension and enrichment, our Kahikatea classes bring together like-minded students to encourage collaborative thinking and personal development.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact by designing enriched, differentiated learning experiences that foster talented students. We welcome candidates who bring a strong understanding of high-ability learners.

We value collaborative team members who are eager to contribute to our school culture, take on additional opportunities, and support emerging adolescents through a key stage of development. Proven experience working with Year 7 and 8 students is required. Please outline any areas of expertise or interests you would bring to the role.

Join “Team Cobham” and grow professionally within a supportive, forward-thinking learning community.

Key information

• This position commences Term 1, 2027.


• Only NZ registered teachers residing in NZ should apply.


• This job is not suitable for beginning teachers.


• The specific role will involve working in a shared teaching space with one other colleague.