Year 5 and 6 Teacher

Brightwater School is seeking a passionate, motivated and enthusiastic Scale A teacher to join our committed and community-minded team at the beginning of term 1 2027, in the senior school.

We are a U4 contributing school of 245 students, located in the beautiful Tasman district. We are looking for a teacher who builds strong, respectful relationships and understands that success looks different for every ākonga.

The successful applicants will:

• have strong capability in structured literacy and structured maths - planning, teaching, assessment, and targeted acceleration
• be a team player who is culturally responsive
• have a strengths-based, trauma-informed approach and a focus on student wellbeing
• create a warm, welcoming environment for students and their families
• build excellent relationships with whānau and communicate with clarity, warmth, and professionalism
• previous experience and understanding of PB4L. 

Our ideal candidate is professional, reflective, open to growth, and brings warmth and a sense of humour to their practice. They will contribute positively to school life, engage with whānau, and be active members of our collaborative team.

If you value a fun, supportive working environment and enjoy being part of a collaborative team, we warmly welcome your application. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to the ongoing success of our kura and to help shape the learning journey of our tamariki.