Expression of Interest: Teaching in New Zealand (Primary & Secondary)

We are looking for passionate UK-based, primary, middle school and secondary educators who are looking to make the move to New Zealand.

About the school:

Our schools are diverse, vibrant places situated in South Auckland. We are members of the Papakura Community of Learning and serve approximately 1600 learners currently and we are currently experiencing rapid growth. Successful applicants will enjoy working in ethnically diverse contexts and will demonstrate innovative practice to engage students in learning. You will be joining a tight-knit team of educators at all of the three schools. Situated at the gateway to the North Island, Papakura has access to some of Auckland’s best beaches within a 30 minute drive and is situated at the foot of the Hunua Ranges, a great place for hiking and mountain biking.

Salary information:

A reimbursement of removal expenses up to the sum of $10,000 NZD is available through a NZ government recruitment scheme. Salaries will be assessed by the Ministry of Education Salary Assessment Unit but will range from $64,000 to $103,000 NZD per annum, depending on experience, in accordance with the Primary or Secondary collective agreements.

How to apply:

Please send applications to Phillippa Kaisser at p.kaisser@papakurahigh.school.nz with a cover letter, CV and stating whether you would like to apply for primary, middle or secondary school. Secondary school applicants, please state teaching subjects (all subjects considered). If you have questions please contact Simon Craggs at principal@papakurahigh.school.nz.

London-based interviews:

We will hold in-person interviews on 7 to 8 September in London, or 14 to 15 September in Manchester, dependant on applicant numbers. Venues to be arranged. Applications close on Monday 19 August. We look forward to welcoming you to Aotearoa-New Zealand!