Cotswold Mātāhae School · Canterbury
New Entrant Teacher
PrimaryFull-time, Fixed-term (28 Jan to 16 Dec 2027)Beginning teachers welcome
Cotswold Mātāhae School in north-west Christchurch is seeking a new entrant teacher for its Years 1–8 primary setting. This full-time, fixed-term position runs from 28 January to 16 December 2027 and is open to beginning teachers. The school highlights professional development, staff wellbeing and collaboration with families and colleagues.
- New entrant team
- Full-time fixed-term position
- 28 January to 16 December 2027
- Open to beginning teachers
Closes in 5 days
Applications close 10 Nov 2026, 12pm.
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About the role
Teach new entrant students as part of the school’s junior team. This is a full-time fixed-term position from 28 January to 16 December 2027, and applications are open to beginning teachers.
What they’re looking for
- High-performing teaching practice
- Experience or interest in new entrant education
- Commitment to student and staff wellbeing
- Ability to support student confidence and potential
- Clear communication with families
- Contribution to collaborative professional learning
About the school
Cotswold Mātāhae School is a Years 1–8 school in north-west Christchurch. It emphasises care, challenge, communication, student wellbeing and strong links between home and school.
How to apply
Apply online with a cover letter, CV, contact details for two referees, and responses showing how you meet the listed attributes. Applications close on 10 November 2026; queries should be directed to the appointments committee.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Year level
- Years 0–2
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- fixed term
- Starts
- 28 Jan 2027
- Ends
- 16 Dec 2027
- Listed
- 30 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Applications are invited for a teaching position in our new entrant team commencing 28 January 2027. We are looking for a high performing educator to join our vibrant learning community. Our school, mission, and vision Cotswold Mātāhae School is a…”
The school
- Type
- Contributing
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 565
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- Cotswold Avenue, Bishopdale, Christchurch
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