Vacancies
Staff Positions Available
Relief Teachers Wanted – All Subjects/Levels (Qualified & Registered)
Are you a registered teacher looking for a better work-life balance? Whether you’re “retired” but not ready to quit, a parent returning to work, or just love the variety of relief teaching, Taipa Area School wants to meet you!
Why Relief Teach with us?
- Respect & Support: Our relief teachers are valued members of our staff.
- Simplified Systems: We provide clear lesson plans and easy-to-follow classroom routines.
- Warm Environment: Join a school where students are engaged and the coffee is always hot in the staffroom.
Requirements:
- Current New Zealand Teaching Registration and Practising Certificate.
- Strong classroom management and a positive attitude.
- Commitment to our school’s values and inclusive environment.
At Taipa Area School, we embrace a vision that resonates deeply with our whānau and community: “Kia ngātahi te hoe, kia whakatere te waka ki uta” (Navigate together for success). This vision is built on fostering genuine relationships with our students, providing them with a strong sense of belonging, safety, and the ability to achieve their potential. The majority of our students’ whakapapa is to the iwi of Ngāti Kahu, and our school’s vision actively celebrates our local history, culture, and language.
Our school backs onto Taipa Beach, offering what we believe is the best open-air classroom in Northland. As part of our team, you will enjoy access to this natural environment, supporting our commitment to authentic, place-based learning, where possible. Our school is on a journey to place student wellbeing and achievement at the heart of everything we do, guided by our three core values of Manaakitanga, Painga, and Mahitahi that we live by every day.
How to apply
Please email your CV and a copy of your current registration to
Zinnia Smith
578 State Highway 10, Taipa
zinnias@taipa.school.nz
(09) 406 0159
Relief Teachers – Degree Holders (LAT Support Provided)
The Opportunity: Taipa Area School is seeking degree-qualified individuals who are interested in exploring the world of education. We are looking for reliable, engaging relief teachers to support our students and staff. This could be a perfect opportunity for someone wanting to pursue a career in teaching.
What is a LAT? A Limited Authority to Teach allows individuals without a teaching qualification but with specialist skills or a degree to teach in a temporary capacity. We will sponsor and guide you through the application process.
What We Offer:
- Competitive daily relief rates.
- A supportive, welcoming staff environment.
- A “try-before-you-buy” path to a teaching career: If you enjoy the role, we are eager to support your journey toward becoming a fully qualified educator.
Requirements:
- A recognised Bachelor’s Degree (any discipline).
- Strong communication skills and a passion for working with young people.
- Ability to pass a police vet/ background check.
At Taipa Area School, we embrace a vision that resonates deeply with our whānau and community: “Kia ngātahi te hoe, kia whakatere te waka ki uta” (Navigate together for success). This vision is built on fostering genuine relationships with our students, providing them with a strong sense of belonging, safety, and the ability to achieve their potential. The majority of our students’ whakapapa is to the iwi of Ngāti Kahu, and our school’s vision actively celebrates our local history, culture, and language.
Our school backs onto Taipa Beach, offering what we believe is the best open-air classroom in Northland. As part of our team, you will enjoy access to this natural environment, supporting our commitment to authentic, place-based learning, where possible. Our school is on a journey to place student wellbeing and achievement at the heart of everything we do, guided by our three core values of Manaakitanga, Painga, and Mahitahi that we live by every day.
How to apply
Please email your CV and a copy of your current registration to
Zinnia Smith
578 State Highway 10, Taipa
zinnias@taipa.school.nz
(09) 406 0159
Got a degree, or a trade, or skills/knowledge to share?
Are you an expert in your field looking for a way to give back? Taipa Area School invites professionals, tradespeople, and degree-holders to consider Casual Relief Teaching.
We believe that diverse real-world experience makes for incredible learning. Even without a formal teaching qualification, your background in Science/ Trades/ Arts/ Business is highly valuable. We are fully prepared to support eligible candidates through the Limited Authority to Teach (LAT) process.
Why consider this?
- Test the waters of a teaching career. (And possibly sign up to train as a qualified teacher later).
- Supportive environment in a kura with a good whānau feeling.
- Competitive casual rates.
Interested?
Let’s discuss the possibilities. Please contact our office to schedule a brief meeting with our Principal. If still interested after meeting, please send a cover letter, CV and application form to zinnias@taipa.school.nz by Tuesday, 24 March 2026, 3.30 pm.