Te Pae School (Proposed opening date: 2027-01-01) · Auckland
Kaiako | Scale A
PrimaryFull time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcomeMāori-medium
Te Pae is seeking a full-time, permanent Kaiako for its new kura in Westgate, Auckland, opening in January 2027. The role teaches Years 1–8 in a Rūmaki setting, using te reo Māori and embedding kaupapa Māori, tikanga and mātauranga Māori. Registered, proficient te reo Māori-speaking kaiako are sought, with beginning teachers welcome; the role includes the Māori Immersion Teaching Allowance.
- New kura opening in January 2027
- Years 1–8 Māori-medium teaching
- Māori Immersion Teaching Allowance
- Beginning teachers encouraged to apply
Closes in 14 days
Applications close 20 Nov 2026, 3pm.
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About the role
Full-time, permanent Scale A kaiako role in a Rūmaki setting at a new Years 1–8 kura. Teach through te reo Māori, incorporate kaupapa Māori, tikanga and mātauranga Māori, and help establish the Māori-medium pathway and wider kura culture. The role includes the Māori Immersion Teaching Allowance and is part of the foundation team for the kura opening in January 2027.
What they’re looking for
- Registered kaiako with proficient te reo Māori
- Strong knowledge of te reo Māori me ōna tikanga
- Experience with kaupapa Māori and culturally responsive teaching
- Commitment to Māori-medium education
- Authentic relationships with ākonga, whānau and community
- Adaptable, collaborative and committed to professional growth
About the school
Te Pae is a new kura in Westgate, Auckland, being developed with local iwi Te Kawerau ā Maki. It is grounded in kaupapa Māori, tikanga and whanaungatanga, with a focus on supporting ākonga and whānau to thrive.
How to apply
Applications close on 20 November 2026. Beginning teachers developing their Māori-medium practice are welcome to apply.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Mātauranga Māori
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Allowances
- MITA
- Listed
- 19 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Te Pae is a brand-new kura opening in Westgate in January 2027. Built on strong kaupapa Māori foundations alongside our local iwi, Te Kawerau ā Maki, we are creating a culturally grounded environment where ākonga and whānau can thrive. We…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 1 Dunlop Road, Westgate, Auckland
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