Scale A Year 5/6 Teacher

Are you an inspiring educator ready to guide young leaders through their final chapters of primary school?

We are seeking a dynamic, high-achieving teacher to join our team at Ponsonby Primary School as a permanent classroom teacher in our Senior School. This is a pivotal role where you won’t just be teaching, you’ll be mentoring our senior students as they prepare for the leap to intermediate and secondary education.

You will join a collaborative team of educators and inherit a vibrant group of energetic learners who are eager for academic challenge, leadership opportunities, and active participation in school life.

Your mission is to maintain our standard of academic excellence while fostering the resilience, initiative, and responsibility that define our senior cohort.

Key responsibilities

Academic excellence: Work collaboratively to deliver high-quality, engaging programs across the curriculum that push students to reach their full potential

Extracurricular contribution: Lead and support extracurricular sporting activities, sports teams, and school events

Transition and community: Guide senior students through key school milestones, camp, and EOTC events.

What we are looking for

Experience: A proven track record of effective teaching in upper primary/senior school with high expectations for student achievement

Sporting involvement: A willingness and enthusiasm to run extracurricular sporting codes and physical education initiatives (a distinct advantage).

Vibrancy and vision: A passionate, energetic educator who thrives in a collaborative, community-focused school environment.