St Joseph's School (Opunake) · Taranaki
Scale A Teaching Position
PrimaryFull time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcome
St Joseph’s School Ōpunakē seeks a full-time, permanent classroom teacher for its state-integrated Catholic school serving Years 0–8, starting 1 February 2027. The year level will be negotiated according to the successful applicant’s strengths and experience. Applications are welcomed from beginning teachers; the role requires participation in religious instruction and values Structured Literacy, Mathematics and Assessment for Learning experience.
- Full-time permanent Scale A position
- Years 0–8 Catholic primary setting
- Starts 1 February 2027
- Year level negotiated with applicant
Closes tomorrow
Applications close 6 Nov 2026, 5pm.
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About the role
This is a full-time, permanent classroom teaching role across Years 0–8, with the year level agreed according to the successful applicant’s strengths and experience. The position begins on Monday 1 February 2027, and applicants should identify their preferred year level. Participation in religious instruction suited to the school’s Catholic character is required.
What they’re looking for
- Innovative classroom teacher
- Strong classroom management skills
- Structured Literacy experience
- Effective Mathematics teaching
- Assessment for Learning practice
- Willingness to support Catholic religious instruction
About the school
St Joseph’s School Ōpunakē is a state-integrated Catholic school for learners from Year 0 to Year 8 in a coastal setting. It describes itself as a caring Catholic family and whānau environment where faith, values and practical skills are developed.
How to apply
Applications close on 6 November 2026. Include your preferred year level in the application.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Year level
- Mixed year levels
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 21 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“St Joseph’s School Ōpunakē is a state-integrated Year 0–8 Catholic school in a beautiful coastal setting. We are seeking an innovative, enthusiastic classroom teacher with effective classroom management skills to join our supportive team. Year levels will be negotiated based…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State : Integrated
- Students
- 122
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 59 Allison Street, Opunake
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