Year 5/6 Teacher

Vardon School; Waikato; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vardon School in Hamilton, New Zealand seeks a certificated teacher for a fixed-term, full-time position in the senior area (Year 5/6). Start date is 28 January 2027 and end date 28 January 2028, for a special project.

The school serves about 360 students and values belonging, respect, kindness and learning. The role involves teaching across years 5/6, with responsibilities across a broad curriculum including English, health and physical education, mathematics, science, te reo Māori, arts and

Qualifications

• Must be a certificated teacher.

Responsibilities

• Teach across primary and intermediate levels (Years 1–8).
• Deliver curriculum in English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, te reo Māori and The arts.

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 28/01/2028 (Special project )

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

Nestled beside the Waikato River in Hamilton, Vardon School is a vibrant, diverse community of 360 students dedicated to building belonging by valuing Respect, Kindness, and Learning.

Our school logo honours our enduring connection to Hotumauea, a revered chief of Ngāti Wairere and Tainui, a cultural foundation that deeply enriches our sense of belonging.

With 16 well-resourced classrooms led by exceptional educators, our school offers unique learning spaces, including a bike track, native gardens, competitive sports, an active Kapa Haka group and an outdoor environment classroom, ensuring rich cultural, environmental, and outdoor experiences for every learner.

Position overview

• Role: Fixed-term scale A teacher (senior area, Year 5/6)
• Start date: January 28 2027

Application process:

• Applications close at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, October 23 2026
• Interviews : Week beginning October 26 2026

Application requirements:

• a purpose-written cover letter aligning with the essential qualities, strengths and skills
• Completed application information document