Junior School Teacher

Full time, Fixed term,

Start Date:

20/04/2026, End Date: 16/12/2026 (Covering a staff member on leave)

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher

• English
• Health and physical education
• Learning languages
• Mathematics and statistics
• Science
• Social sciences
• Technology
• Te reo Māori
• The arts

This position is fixed-term for a genuine reason. It is filling in for a staff member who is on approved leave for three terms.

Applications are open for a skilled junior school teacher to join our dedicated team at West Eyreton School. We pride ourselves on having a supportive school community, highly capable staff, and engaged learners. Our school vision - Excellence through Effort, Example, Enterprise, and Empathy - guides everything we do. We expect all staff to embody these values.

Situated in North Canterbury, just 30 minutes northwest of the city centre, our kura offers a welcoming, beautifully maintained environment with a distinct country feel. Our unique features include extensive open play areas, exciting adventure playgrounds, a community library, and a covered community pool. At the heart of our special school are our tamariki, and our vision to ensure every one of them thrives.

The ideal candidate will be a collaborative, proactive team player who is willing to support colleagues and work together to foster a positive learning environment. A commitment to neuro-affirming practices is essential. This means you recognise and respect the diverse ways students learn and process information, and you move beyond traditional approaches to effectively meet individual needs. Proven strengths in teaching structured literacy, with a sound knowledge of the science of reading, would be an advantage.

Join us and become a part of our special school community, where you can truly make a difference. If you are a teacher who is ready to contribute your skills and passion, we strongly encourage you to apply.

The successful applicant will start on Monday, 20th April 2026.

Please be aware that we are not an accredited employer and therefore cannot support applications requiring an Accredited Employer Work Visa.

Please send your CV and cover letter, and direct enquiries to:

Physical address:
1651 North Eyre Road, West Eyreton, Rangiora

Postal Address:
1651 North Eyre Road RD 5, Rangiora, 7475