Trainee Teacher - Looking for a meaningful career change- This one’s for you!

KingsWay School; Auckland; On-site; NZD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A Christian educational institution in Auckland seeks keen trainee teachers for its one-year Teacher Training program. Successful candidates will engage in meaningful work with young people, gain hands-on experience, and be guided by expert mentors. Enthusiasm for STEM subjects is especially encouraged. Applicants must be willing to participate in Christian instruction and contribute a biblically informed worldview. This role is open only to NZ citizens and residents.

Benefits

Expert mentorship

Financial support during training

Hands-on experience in teaching

Qualifications

• Willingness to participate in religious instruction.
• Experience with young people and the community.
• Passion for teaching and dedication to student development.

Responsibilities

• Work on-site while completing coursework.
• Support and grow students’ faith in a Christian environment.

Job description

Do you want to be part of a Christian community of learning that nurtures young people towards their full potential as servant leaders in the Kingdom of God?

Overview

KingsWay is proud to be part of the Auckland Schools’ Teacher Training programme (ASTTP) which sees talented trainee teachers work in top Auckland high schools whilst completing their qualifications. You’ll spend the year completing coursework remotely with the University of Waikato while you work on-site at KingsWay.

Why train with ASTTP?

• Meaningful Work: Make a real impact in the lives of young people.
• Smarter Training: Gain hands-on experience while studying.
• Expert Mentorship: Be guided by experienced educators in your subject area.
• One-Year Immersion Track: Complete your training in just one year.
• Financial Support: Receive a stipend while you train.
• STEM Specialists Encouraged: We’re especially keen to hear from those with expertise in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics.

The current vacant position commences Term 1, 2026.

Application guidelines

Applicants should consider the following in a letter of application and follow the guidelines on our Vacancies page:

• Reasons for entering the teaching profession, including any relevant work experience
• Prior experience with young people and the community
• Passions within, and beyond, the classroom
• Subject specialist areas and any additional areas of curriculum expertise (STEM specialists are particularly sought)
• Aspects they may contribute to the life of the school during the programme

An important condition of employment is that applicants must have a willingness and ability to take part in religious instruction appropriate to the Special Christian Character of KingsWay School. You will enjoy contributing and promoting a biblically informed, Christ-centred worldview, including how this translates to supporting and growing our students’ faith, and will protect and enhance our Christian character. All teaching staff are expected to uphold the special character of the School. An outline of the special character of the school can be found in the application form for this role. The full Statement of Faith, as well as our Special Character Guidelines and Theological Framework documents can be found on our website here: https://kingsway.school.nz/about-us/why-kingsway/our-values/.

If this sounds like you, and you want to support the work of shaping confident, connected, actively involved, lifelong learners who are growing in faith, hope, and love in Jesus, apply today!

For more information about ASTTP visit https://www.schoolbasedtraining.org/

This role is only open to New Zealand citizens and residents.