Rāwhiti School · Canterbury
Scale A Teacher
PrimaryFull-time, Permanent
Rāwhiti School in Canterbury is seeking a full-time, permanent Scale A teacher for its Years 1–8 kura, starting in 2027. The successful kaiako will work in either the Junior or Middle School, with placement based on their experience and interests. Strong literacy and mathematics practice, commitment to te reo Māori and tikanga Māori, and collaborative teaching are important.
- Junior or Middle School placement
- Permanent position commencing in 2027
- Strong literacy and mathematics practice required
- Better Start Literacy experience advantageous
Closes in 6 days
Applications close 11 Nov 2026, 5pm.
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About the role
Full-time, permanent Scale A kaiako position beginning in 2027. Teach in either the Junior or Middle School, with placement based on your experience, strengths and interests. The role includes collaborative teaching and learning opportunities beyond the classroom, including the school’s taiao approach.
What they’re looking for
- Strong literacy and mathematics teaching practice
- Positive relationships with ākonga, whānau and colleagues
- Confidence working in a collaborative teaching environment
- Commitment to te reo Māori, tikanga Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Contribution to PB4L and the wider school community
- Better Start Literacy experience is advantageous
About the school
Rāwhiti School is a Years 1–8 kura in Canterbury, close to the beach and forest. It describes itself as vibrant and collaborative, with relationships, creativity and a strong focus on learning at its centre.
How to apply
Send a completed application with a cover letter and CV through the school’s advertised application channel. Applications close 11 November 2026; no closing time is given.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Year level
- Mixed year levels
- Role
- Kaiako
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 29 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Great teaching. Great people. A great place to belong. Located just minutes from the beach, with the forest nearby and an incredible backyard for learning, Rāwhiti School is a vibrant, collaborative kura where relationships, creativity and a love of learning…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 547
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 150 Leaver Terrace, North New Brighton, Christchurch
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