Junior School Classroom Teacher

We are seeking to appoint a talented and motivated classroom teacher to teach in our junior school commencing January 2027.  It is likely that this will be to teach in the senior syndicate (Years 4, 5 or 6) for the period of the fixed term.

With a national and international reputation for excellence, Scots College is a world-class independent school with a strong Presbyterian heritage. It is a co-educational, IB World School in Wellington, NZ and comprises three schools in one; Junior (1-6), Middle (7-10) and Senior (11-13). We provide our students with an excellent, holistic education within a vibrant learning environment, our aim being to allow them to contribute as global citizens who think creatively, reason critically, communicate effectively and develop the necessary skills to Learn. For life.

Scots College offers dual pathway options for senior students, delivering both NCEA and the IB Diploma, for which we are fully authorised as well as for the delivery of the Middle Years Programme and the Primary Years Programme.  Experience teaching PYP would be advantageous although training will be provided to the successful candidate.

Applicants should have:

• Excellent primary/junior school teaching experience
• The ability to promote learning in a positive culture
• A willingness to move with the times and work to meet our future focused learning goals
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• A passion for education
• The ability to manage and motivate young students
• A commitment to our special character and co-curricular programmes
• The right to work in NZ

If you are motivated by the prospect of being a part of a dynamic environment and would enjoy the challenges of the role, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Please include a covering letter, current CV, at least five years of work history and the details of two recent referees.