Balaclava School · Otago
Scale A Teacher - Permanent Position
PrimaryFull time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcome
Balaclava School in Otago seeks a full-time, permanent Scale A teacher for Years 1–8, starting at the beginning of Term 1, 2027. The role may suit beginning teachers and applicants with strengths in PR1ME Mathematics, play- and project-based learning, and Structured Literacy approaches including Learning Matters or IDEAL. Applications require a cover letter, CV and completed form.
- Full-time permanent position
- Years 1–8 primary and intermediate
- Starts Term 1, 2027
- Applications close 9 October 2026
Closes in 21 days
Applications close 9 Oct 2026, 5pm.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
About the role
Full-time permanent Scale A teaching position at Balaclava School, serving Years 1–8. The role begins at the start of Term 1, 2027 and is open to beginning teachers.
What they’re looking for
- Collaborative approach to working with colleagues
- Experience with PR1ME Mathematics
- Experience with play- and project-based learning
- Strengths in Structured Literacy
- Knowledge of Learning Matters or IDEAL
- Additional skills to contribute to the team
About the school
Balaclava School is a Years 1–8 kura tuatahi in Otago. The school focuses on student voice and agency in learning.
How to apply
Email a cover letter outlining your suitability, an electronic CV, and a completed application form. Applications close at 5pm on Friday 9 October 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 15 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“Balaclava School is looking for an enthusiastic team player who works collaboratively and is passionate about promoting student voice and agency in learning. The successful applicant will ideally have experience in PR1ME Mathematics as well as Play and Project-Based Learning…”
The school
Balaclava School
- Type
- Contributing
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 259
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 2 Mercer Street, Balaclava, Dunedin