Teacher / Kaiako

Gladstone School (Masterton); Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gladstone School (Masterton) in the Wellington region is seeking a passionate Certificated teacher to join our enthusiastic team for 2027. We are a vibrant rural school known for educational excellence, innovative approaches, and a strong sense of community.

This fixed-term position supports a teacher currently on a flexible work arrangement. As a teacher you will inspire meaningful learning, support diverse learners, and build strong relationships with tamariki, whānau, and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Passionate, reflective, and relational teacher.
• Strong pedagogical knowledge and ability to support learners starting school.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and engage students in meaningful learning experiences.
• Support the diverse needs of learners, ensuring all tamariki can succeed.
• Build strong relationships with students, whānau, and colleagues.
• Contribute to curriculum design, student leadership opportunities, and positive behaviour strategies.
• Work collaboratively with the Ōnoke team and wider staff to achieve our school vision.

Skills

Passionate

Relational

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 16th September 2026.

Gladstone School (Masterton) – Wellington, North Island

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

Gladstone School is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate, and dedicated teacher to join our exceptional team in 2027. We are a vibrant, well-equipped rural school, renowned for our educational excellence, innovative approaches, and strong sense of community. Our team is dedicated to delivering an exceptional education that enables every learner to reach their full potential. The reason for this position being fixed term for the year is to support a teacher who is currently on a flexible work arrangement.

As a teacher at Gladstone you will:

• Inspire and engage students in meaningful learning experiences.
• Support the diverse needs of learners, ensuring all tamariki can succeed.
• Build strong relationships with students, whānau, and colleagues.
• Contribute to curriculum design, student leadership opportunities, and positive behaviour strategies.
• Work collaboratively with the Ōnoke team and wider staff to achieve our school vision.

What we are looking for

• A passionate, reflective, and relational teacher.
• Strong pedagogical knowledge with the ability to help support learners beginning their journey to school
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and promoting Te Ao Māori in education.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork skills.

Work with an enthusiastic, supportive, and innovative teaching team.

• Be part of a school that values student wellbeing, engagement, and success.
• Experience the benefits of a rural school with strong community connections and values-driven practice.
• If you are ready to inspire, collaborate, and make a positive impact with our junior tamariki.

If you are a reflective practitioner who loves to see learners flourish, and you’re looking to grow and connect within a genuine, caring, and future-focused team. Gladstone School is the place for you. Check out our Facebook page to see what we get up to: https://www.facebook.com/gladstoneschoolwairarapa

Gladstone School (Masterton)NZ

Physical address:
Te Whiti Road, Gladstone

Postal Address:
1471 Te Whiti Road RD 4, Masterton, 5884