Taitoko School · Manawatu/Whanganui
Junior School Teacher
PrimaryFull time, Fixed term, Start Date: 28/01/2027, End Date: 27/01/2028 (To provide classroom teaching cover while a permanent staff member undertakes temporary full-time release from classroom duties during 2027.)Beginning teachers welcome
Taitoko School in the Manawatū-Whanganui region is seeking a full-time junior school teacher for Years 1–8. This fixed-term role runs from 28 January 2027 to 27 January 2028, providing classroom cover while a permanent staff member is released; beginning teachers are welcome to apply.
- Junior primary teaching role
- Structured literacy and mathematics focus
- Fixed term for the 2027 school year
- Beginning teachers welcome
Closes in 4 days
Applications close 9 Nov 2026, 9,00am.
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About the role
Full-time junior school teaching position covering classroom teaching during a staff member’s temporary release. The fixed-term role runs from 28 January 2027 to 27 January 2028 and is open to beginning teachers.
What they’re looking for
- Strong understanding of teaching and learning in the junior primary years
- Commitment to structured literacy and effective mathematics teaching
- Positive relationships with tamariki, whānau and colleagues
- High expectations for every learner
- Reflective practice and openness to feedback
- Commitment to collaboration and the school’s PB4L values
About the school
Taitoko School is an inclusive school where relationships, culture and belonging are central. Its vision is to develop cultural, creative and connected learners who strive for excellence.
How to apply
Applications close on 9 November 2026. The listing does not provide an application method or contact role.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Year level
- Years 0–2
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Starts
- 28 Jan 2027
- Ends
- 27 Jan 2028
- Listed
- 12 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Taitoko School is looking for an enthusiastic, caring and committed junior school teacher to join our wonderful team for the 2027 school year. We are a welcoming, inclusive school where relationships, culture and a strong sense of belonging are at…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 245
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- Kinross Street, Levin
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