Halfway Bush School · Otago
Release Teacher
PrimaryPart-time (0.4 FTTE), Fixed-term (3 Feb to 17 Dec 2027)Beginning teachers welcome
Halfway Bush School in Otago is seeking a part-time release teacher for two days per week (0.4 FTTE). The fixed-term role runs from 3 February to 17 December 2027 and combines principal release and classroom release teaching across Years 1–6. Registered teachers, including beginning teachers, may apply.
- 0.4 FTTE, two days weekly
- Fixed-term through 17 December 2027
- Principal and classroom release teaching
- Teaching across Years 1–6
Closes in 15 days
Applications close 20 Nov 2026, 4pm.
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About the role
Part-time release teacher role for two days each week at 0.4 FTTE, combining principal release and classroom release teaching. You will teach across Years 1–6 in this Years 1–8 primary school. The fixed-term appointment runs from 3 February to 17 December 2027, and beginning teachers may apply.
What they’re looking for
- Registered teacher committed to primary education
- Positive relationships with students, staff and whānau
- Effective classroom management
- Engaging teaching practice
- Confidence teaching across different year levels
- Contribution to a collaborative school culture
About the school
Halfway Bush School is a small, caring, community-focused primary school in Otago. It prioritises strong relationships, student wellbeing, learning success and a safe, inclusive environment, with strong connections to its community.
How to apply
Send a CV and covering letter explaining your suitability to the principal. Applications close on 20 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Year level
- Mixed year levels
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- part time
- Tenure
- fixed term
- Starts
- 3 Feb 2027
- Ends
- 17 Dec 2027
- Listed
- 3 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“Halfway Bush School – Reaching new heights together. We are a small, caring, community-focused primary school where strong relationships, student wellbeing and learning success are at the heart of everything we do. We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and adaptable…”
The school
- Type
- Contributing
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 42
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 54 Ashmore Street, Halfway Bush, Dunedin
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