Avonhead School - Rakipaoa · Canterbury
Teachers (2 positions)
PrimaryFull time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 27/01/2028 (Maternity leave)Beginning teachers welcome
Avonhead School – Rakipaoa in Christchurch is seeking two full-time classroom teachers for its Years 1–8 primary and intermediate school. These fixed-term maternity-leave roles run from 28 January 2027 to 27 January 2028, with year levels negotiated with the successful applicants. The positions are open to beginning teachers who can plan inclusive programmes and work collaboratively.
- Two full-time classroom teacher positions
- Years 1–8 primary and intermediate school
- Year level negotiated with successful applicants
- Maternity-leave cover through January 2028
Closes in 5 days
Applications close 23 Sept 2026, 4.00pm.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
About the role
Two full-time classroom teaching positions are available across Years 1–8 at Avonhead School - Rakipaoa. Both are fixed-term maternity leave roles from 28 January 2027 to 27 January 2028, with the year level agreed with the successful applicants.
What they’re looking for
- Current curriculum knowledge
- Effective, up-to-date teaching practice
- Collaborative work with other teachers
- Inclusive classroom programmes
- Innovative and engaging learning programmes
- Beginning teachers are welcome
About the school
Avonhead School - Rakipaoa is a full primary school in Christchurch for children aged five to 13. The school has large grounds, a heated pool and modern learning spaces, with a focus on pride in learning, innovation, creativity and ongoing improvement.
How to apply
Send a covering letter, CV and completed application form to the school at Avonhead Road, Christchurch, or submit it through the school's digital application form. Applications close on 23 September 2026; contact the principal for queries.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- fixed term
- Starts
- 28 Jan 2027
- Ends
- 27 Jan 2028
- Listed
- 4 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“We are seeking two fixed-term full time (maternity leave) classroom teachers to join our awesome teaching team at Avonhead School - Rakipaoa in 2027. The year level of the positions will be negotiated with the successful candidate. At Avonhead, we…”
The school
Avonhead School - Rakipaoa
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 604
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 55 Avonhead Road, Avonhead, Christchurch