St Thomas School (Winton) · Southland
Scale A Teacher/ Director of Religious Studies (DRS) (Tagged)
PrimaryFull time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcome
St Thomas Aquinas School in Winton is seeking a full-time, permanent classroom teacher and Director of Religious Studies from Term 1, 2027. The role combines classroom teaching with leading Religious Education, faith observances and the school’s Catholic special character; applicants should state their preferred year level and be willing to participate in religious instruction. Beginning teachers may apply.
- Years 1–8 primary school setting
- Leads Tō Tātau Whakapono implementation
- Full-time classroom teaching component
- Special character form required
Closes in 16 days
Applications close 16 Oct 2026, 4pm.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
About the role
Permanent, full-time role combining classroom teaching in Years 1–8 with Director of Religious Studies responsibilities. Starting in Term 1, 2027, the teacher will lead Religious Education, support school worship and faith development, and work with the principal, staff, parish and diocesan DRS network. Applicants should state their preferred year level.
What they’re looking for
- Evidence-based classroom teaching that supports achievement and wellbeing
- Leadership of the Religious Education curriculum
- Knowledge of current curriculum and teaching practice
- Positive relationships with students, whānau, staff and parish
- Willingness to support Catholic religious instruction and observances
- Reflective practice and continued professional development
About the school
St Thomas School is a Catholic primary and intermediate school in Winton for students in Years 1–8. The school promotes its Catholic Special Character and works to build strong relationships between the school and parish.
How to apply
Complete the attached special character form and include your preferred year level in the application. Applications close on 16 October 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 30 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“St Thomas Aquinas School (Winton) is seeking an inspiring, relational and faith-filled educator with strong leadership qualities to join our team as Director of Religious Studies and classroom teacher, commencing Term 1, 2027. Working alongside our principal, staff and school…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State : Integrated
- Students
- 91
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 1 Church Street, Winton
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