Kaiako​/Teacher

Area / composite (Years 1–15), Certificated teacher

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

Southern Health School | Te Kura Whaiora ki te Tonga is a state special school providing education for ākonga in Years 1–13 whose health needs prevent them from attending their regular school. We work in partnership with whānau, schools of enrolment, and health professionals to ensure continuity of learning during illness and support successful transition back to school or onward pathways.

We are seeking an experienced and committed kaiako/teacher to join our team. This role involves planning, delivering, and evaluating individualised learning programmes for students with health needs across a range of settings including community classrooms, homes, hospitals, and other approved locations.

Based across Ashburton and Rolleston, the role includes travel within the region and working collaboratively as part of a wider multi-site team.

You will be a fully registered and experienced teacher who works well independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.

• experience teaching within the New Zealand Curriculum and Te Marautanga o Aotearoa
• strong interpersonal and communication skills
• a learner-centred and inclusive teaching approach
• confidence working across varied settings and adapting to student needs
• strong digital capability and use of e-learning tools
• a current New Zealand driver licence and willingness to travel
• commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

This position is covered by the Secondary Teachers’ Collective Agreement (STCA).

Applications may be reviewed as received and an appointment may be made prior to the closing date.

Please send your CV and cover letter with Vacancy 2026/1, and direct enquiries to:

Physical address:
2 Halswell Road, Hillmorton, Christchurch