Opononi Area School · Northland
Junior School Teacher
Area schoolFull-time, Fixed-term (3 Feb 2027 to 27 Jan 2028)Beginning teachers welcomePRT mentoringHousing or relocation help
Opononi Area School in Northland is seeking a full-time junior school teacher for Years 1–6, from 3 February 2027 to 27 January 2028. The fixed-term role suits experienced teachers and beginning teachers, with PCT/BT mentoring, culturally responsive practice involving Te Ao Māori and local tikanga, and possible school housing.
- Full-time fixed-term role through January 2028
- Junior primary teaching, Years 1–6
- PCT and beginning teacher mentoring
- Possible school housing available
Closes in 18 days
Applications close 23 Nov 2026, 3pm.
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About the role
Full-time junior school teaching position across the early primary years at an area school serving Years 1–15. This is a fixed-term role from 3 February 2027 to 27 January 2028, with school housing possibly available and structured induction and mentoring for beginning teachers.
What they’re looking for
- Experience teaching in the early primary years
- Child-centred and culturally responsive classroom practice
- Strong relationships with students and whānau
- Ability to work collaboratively with staff and the community
- Understanding of Te Ao Māori and local tikanga
- Beginning teachers ready to take up supported practice
About the school
Opononi Area School is a community-focused coastal school beside the Hokianga Harbour. The school works closely with whānau and the wider Hokianga community, incorporating Te Ao Māori and local tikanga into learning.
How to apply
Email an application form, CV and cover letter to the school. Applications close on 23 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Area school
- Year level
- Years 0–2
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- fixed term
- Starts
- 3 Feb 2027
- Ends
- 27 Jan 2028
- Listed
- 5 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“Accommodation: School housing may be available Suitable For: Experienced Teachers and Beginning Teachers (BTs / NZEI members) About the role Are you an enthusiastic primary educator looking to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant, community-focused coastal environment? Opononi Area…”
The school
- Type
- Composite
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 161
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 263 State Highway 12, Omapere, Kaikohe
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