Te Aroha Primary School · Waikato
Scale A Kaiako
PrimaryFull time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcome
Te Aroha Primary School in Waikato seeks a full-time, permanent Scale A kaiako for its Years 1–8 school, starting 28 January 2027. The class level is likely to be junior but can be negotiated; the role suits a teacher confident in reading, writing and maths who builds strong relationships with tamariki and whānau, including beginning teachers. Applicants need a current NZ visa and practising certificate.
- Full-time permanent Scale A position
- Likely junior school placement, negotiable
- Starts 28 January 2027
- NZ visa and practising certificate required
Closes in 10 days
Applications close 9 Oct 2026, 12 mid day.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
About the role
This is a full-time, permanent Scale A kaiako position at Te Aroha Primary School. The year level is likely to be in the junior school but will be agreed with the successful applicant, with teaching across reading, writing and mathematics using the school’s approaches. The role starts on 28 January 2027, and beginning teachers are welcome to apply.
What they’re looking for
- Builds positive relationships with tamariki and whānau
- Sets high expectations and supports learner progress
- Confident teaching reading, writing and mathematics
- Works collaboratively and responds to feedback and coaching
- Understands and responds to varied learner needs
- Contributes to the wider school community
About the school
Te Aroha Primary School is a close-knit Years 1–8 school in the Waikato, located at the foot of Mount Te Aroha. It describes itself as friendly and community-focused, with a hardworking team and a strong wider school community.
How to apply
School visits are encouraged before applying. Applications close on 9 October 2026; applicants must hold a current New Zealand visa and practising certificate.
Written by Teachroles from the school’s listing. AI can make mistakes; check the original before you apply.
The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Year level
- Years 0–2
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 21 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“Te Aroha Primary School is a close-knit school with a big heart, nestled right at the foot of our beautiful Mount Te Aroha in the Waikato. We are on the hunt for another passionate, energetic kaiako to join our team.…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 222
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- Jubilee Avenue, Te Aroha
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