Year 5-8 Teacher

Join our fabulous teaching team

Are you a motivated and passionate teacher eager to make a difference in the lives of young learners? We are seeking a teacher to join our vibrant and supportive learning community in the middle to upper primary (Years 5-8) for 2027.

About us

St Thomas's School is a high-performing, state school set in a beautiful environment overlooking the sea to Rangitoto Island. Our students excel and experience rich, varied and meaningful learning opportunities. We are proud of the high-quality teaching and learning we offer and the extensive range of academic, social, cultural and sporting activities available to our students. These include; STEAM lessons, environmental science, bike and pump tracks, EOTC activities, GATE and learning extension, learning support, ESOL, a swimming pool, all weather play spaces, extensive fields, stage productions and involvement in the AIMS Games.

Our staff are innovative, collaborative and committed to improving student outcomes. Teachers are supported to follow their passions and there are plenty of leadership opportunities for those wishing to grow. We offer a fun, friendly and social work environment with professional development opportunities and access to modern teaching resources. 

You must hold a current New Zealand Practicing Certificate and be residing in New Zealand with the appropriate work visas to apply for these roles.

St Thomas's School is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The terms and conditions, including base salary, are set by the relevant collective agreement. The base salary for trained and registered teachers ranges from $62,862 to $105,686 per year, depending on qualifications and experience. Actual base salary will be established by a salary assessment once a role is confirmed.