Whatawhata School · Waikato
Scale A Kaiako
PrimaryFull-time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcome
Whatawhata School, west of Hamilton, seeks a full-time permanent kaiako for its Years 1–8 kura tuatahi. The role suits experienced or beginning teachers who can build relationships with tamariki and whānau, use assessment data effectively, and teach engaging literacy and numeracy programmes. Experience with Years 5–6 or 7–8, and strength in te reo Māori, is advantageous; a one-year fixed-term role may also become available.
- Full-time permanent position
- Years 1–8 rural school
- Open to beginning teachers
- Years 5–8 experience advantageous
Closes in 8 days
Applications close 13 Nov 2026, 1pm.
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About the role
This is a full-time, permanent Scale A kaiako role in a Years 1–8 primary school. The position involves classroom teaching, inclusive practice, strong assessment and using learning data to plan next steps. A separate one-year fixed-term role may also become available, and beginning teachers are welcome to apply.
What they’re looking for
- Teaching experience in Years 5–6 or Years 7–8
- Strong assessment and learning-data practices
- Strength in structured literacy and numeracy
- Capability in te reo Māori
- Warm, inclusive relationships with tamariki and whānau
- Initiative, reliability and a strong work ethic
About the school
Whatawhata School is a rural kura tuatahi just west of Hamilton, with strong links to its village community. Its vision centres on care, growth, achievement, belonging, relationships and learning.
How to apply
Email the completed application form, CV, covering letter addressing the criteria, and registration evidence to the principal. Visits and enquiries are welcomed; applications close on 13 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Year level
- Mixed year levels
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 30 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Bring your passion for teaching to a rural school with a caring heart. Situated just west of Hamilton, Whatawhata School offers the close connections of a village community within easy reach of the city. Our vision, 'Kia Manaaki, Kia Whakaipu…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 278
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 9 Kura Street, Whatawhata, Hamilton
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