Whangarei Intermediate · Northland
Years 7 and 8 Kaiako
PrimaryFull-time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcome
Whangārei Intermediate in Northland seeks a full-time, permanent Years 7–8 kaiako from 28 January 2027. The role combines homeroom pastoral care and core curriculum teaching with specialist-subject teaching as the school moves to a Specialist Teaching Model; it suits teachers with intermediate pedagogy, curriculum strengths, and skills in te reo and tikanga Māori, and is open to beginning teachers.
- Full-time permanent position
- Starts 28 January 2027
- Years 7–8 specialist teaching transition
- Open to beginning teachers
Closes in 11 days
Applications close 16 Nov 2026, 3pm.
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About the role
Teach a diverse Year 7 and 8 class in a full-time, permanent position starting 28 January 2027. From 2027, the school is introducing a Specialist Teaching Model, with teachers using a curriculum strength to teach specialist subjects while providing pastoral care and core learning in a home room. Beginning teachers may apply.
What they’re looking for
- Experience accelerating achievement for Māori and Pasifika learners
- Strong Year 7–8 teaching practice
- Practical te reo and tikanga Māori capability
- Commitment to Te Ao Māori and Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Ability to build strong relationships with ākonga and whānau
- Contribution to sport, arts, or cultural groups
About the school
Whangarei Intermediate is a Northland intermediate school serving Years 7 and 8. Its vision emphasises relationships, learning, confidence, and mana-enhancing connections with ākonga, staff, and whānau.
How to apply
Email a CV and cover letter to the school office. Applications close 16 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Year level
- Years 7–8
- Role
- Kaiako
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 2 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“We are seeking a passionate, energetic, and highly effective classroom kaiako to join our dedicated team. This is a full-time permanent position commencing on 28 January 2027, working with our exciting and diverse Year 7 and 8 ākonga. We are…”
The school
- Type
- Intermediate
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 520
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 32 Rust Avenue, Whangarei
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