Newlands Intermediate · Wellington
ORS Teacher (High and Complex Needs Focus)
PrimaryFull-time, Fixed-term (28 Jan to 16 Dec 2027)
Newlands Intermediate in Wellington seeks a full-time ORS teacher for a small group of students with high and complex learning, sensory, social, and emotional needs. This fixed-term role runs from 28 January to 16 December 2027 and involves IEPs, curriculum adaptation, safety planning, and collaboration with whānau, kaiāwhina, health professionals, and Learning Support specialists.
- ORS students with complex needs
- Full-time fixed-term position
- 28 January to 16 December 2027
- Current practising certificate required
Closes in 8 days
Applications close 13 Nov 2026, 4pm.
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About the role
Teach a small group of intermediate students with complex learning, sensory, social and emotional needs. Develop and review individual plans, adapt the New Zealand Curriculum, and oversee safe, dignified participation in school life. This is a full-time fixed-term position from 28 January to 16 December 2027, working with the SENCO, kaiāwhina, whānau, health professionals and Ministry of Education Learning Support specialists.
What they’re looking for
- Current New Zealand teacher registration and practising certificate
- Experience supporting ORS-funded students with complex needs
- Strong understanding of inclusive education and curriculum adaptation
- Effective communication and collaborative working skills
- Calm, resilient approach to high-stress behaviour
- Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally responsive practice
About the school
Newlands Intermediate in Wellington is an inclusive, forward-looking school supporting early adolescent ākonga with diverse needs.
How to apply
Email a CV and cover letter to the principal. Applications close on 13 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Year level
- Years 7–8
- Role
- Other
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- fixed term
- Starts
- 28 Jan 2027
- Ends
- 16 Dec 2027
- Listed
- 30 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Newlands Intermediate is a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-thinking school dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of our early adolescent ākonga. About the role In this role, you will be the ORS teacher for a small group of students with complex…”
The school
- Type
- Intermediate
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 514
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- Bracken Road, Newlands, Wellington
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