TKKM o Waitaha · Canterbury
Pouako Wharekura Tau 9-13
Area schoolFull-time, Fixed-term (25 Jan to 17 Dec 2027)Beginning teachers welcomeMāori-medium
TKKM o Waitaha in Ōtautahi is seeking a full-time Pouako for its Wharekura, teaching Years 9–13 through te reo Māori. This fixed-term role runs from 25 January to 17 December 2027 and involves NCEA planning, teaching and assessment, including supporting ākonga with internal and external requirements; beginning teachers may apply. MITA allowance applies.
- Wharekura teaching for Years 9–13
- Full-time fixed-term role in Ōtautahi
- Strong te reo Māori required
- NCEA assessment knowledge and experience
Closes in 14 days
Applications close 19 Nov 2026, 3pm.
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About the role
Full-time fixed-term pouako role teaching Years 9–13 in the Wharekura sector. The appointment runs from 25 January to 17 December 2027 in Ōtautahi, with a MITA allowance; beginning teachers may apply.
What they’re looking for
- High-level reo Māori skills and full immersion teaching capability
- Understanding and commitment to Te Aho Matua principles
- NCEA planning, teaching and assessment experience
- Knowledge of internal, external and moderation requirements
- Ability to support rangatahi progress and achievement
- Strong relationships with students, staff, parents and whānau
About the school
TKKM o Waitaha is an area school in Canterbury serving Years 1–15. The Wharekura operates within Te Aho Matua and centres reo Māori, tikanga, identity and mātauranga Māori.
How to apply
Email a CV and cover letter to the school’s application contact. Applications close on 19 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Area school
- Year level
- Years 9–13
- Role
- Kaiako
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- fixed term
- Starts
- 25 Jan 2027
- Ends
- 17 Dec 2027
- Allowances
- MITA
- Listed
- 5 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“E kimi ana mātou i tētahi Pouako hihiri, ngākau nui, matatau hoki ki te reo Māori hei whakauru mai ki tō mātou whānau kura, ki te whakaako i roto i tō mātou rāngai Wharekura. E kimi ana mātou i tētahi…”
The school
- Type
- Composite
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 226
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 45 Hassals Lane, Waltham, Christchurch
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