Teacher Y7–8 positions

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date : 27 / 01 / 2026, End Date : 15 / 12 / 2026 (Roll growth)

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

We are seeking Scale A teachers to start at the beginning of term 1, 2026.

These are fixed-term positions (roll growth). There is a possibility of it rolling over to 2027 but this will be confirmed later in 2026.

The successful applicants will be enthusiastic, energetic NZ-registered teachers who have the ability to work collaboratively and maximise opportunities in a school that seeks to promote the growth of its students and teachers. This position will be based in either a Y7 or Y8 classroom. An understanding of teaching Y7 and Y8 students is desirable but beginning teachers are also welcome to apply.

Currently, our school is focused on Russell Bishop's Teaching to the North-East and Sir Mason Durie's, Te Whare Tapa Whā pedagogies. We are continuing to grow our cultural capabilities and looking for new and innovative ways to help support our tamariki and whānau. We are a school that is committed to delivering the new, new refreshed curriculum and have high expectations for teaching and learning.

HNI is currently part of an active and unified Kāhui Ako and this inter‑school relationship will continue beyond 2025.

Our school is busy and provides many exciting opportunities to our students. Extra‑curricular support is welcomed.

I welcome you to explore our school website to learn more about us as choosing the right school is important.

I look forward to receiving your application.

Nigel Messervy, Principal / Tumuaki

The terms and conditions, including base salary, for these positions are set by the Primary Teachers’ Collective Agreement.

How to apply

Please send your Digital CV, and direct enquiries to :

Physical address : 13 Nimon Street, Havelock North

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