English Teacher (Y9-13)

Full-time, Permanent

Area/composite (Years 1–15), Certificated Teacher

Suitable for beginning teachers; ability to teach Scholarship English may be advantageous.

This role could possibly be combined with other middle management roles currently advertised – e.g. Leader of Wellbeing (Dean), dependent on experience and interest.

Opens: Friday 25 September 2026

Closes: Tuesday, 27 October 2026, 4 pm

Vacancy Reference #: 1HAuGu

We are seeking an enthusiastic, innovative, and capable English Teacher to join our team in a full-time, permanent position commencing Term 1, 2027 (or by negotiation).

This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a collegial, well-resourced faculty with a relational, student-centred approach to teaching. We are looking for a passionate educator to ensure student success, supported by an experienced Leader of Learning. Proven experience teaching NCEA English, together with the ability to teach Scholarship English, would be an advantage, but we also welcome applications from beginning teachers with the right attitude and commitment.

We welcome applications from NZ-registered teachers looking to contribute to a collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking team environment.

Leader of Learning – Science (Y7-13)

Full-time, Permanent

Area/composite (Years 1–15), Certificated Teacher

2MUs (permanent)

Opens: Friday, 25 September 2026

Closes: Tuesday, 27 October 2026, 4 pm

Vacancy Reference #: 1HAuHU

We are seeking an outstanding, passionate Leader of Learning, Science, to lead our Science Learning Area and further strengthen teaching, learning, and achievement across Years 7-15. NCEA experience, with knowledge of the newly refreshed NZ Curriculum, is a must. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape curriculum delivery, build teacher capability, and champion success for all students. Our kura has a genuine whānau atmosphere, providing the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students across the school and make a lasting difference in their lives. Commencing Term 1, 2027 (or by negotiation).

We welcome applications from NZ-registered teachers looking to contribute to a collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking team environment.

Leader of Learning – Physical Education & Health (Y7-13)

Full-time, Permanent

Area/composite (Years 1–15), Certificated Teacher

2MUs (permanent)

(may also include oversight of Outdoor Education and Adventure Tourism)

Opens: Friday 25 September 2026

Closes: Tuesday, 27 October 2026, 4 pm

Vacancy Reference #: 1HAuHs

We are seeking an outstanding, passionate Leader of Learning, Physical Education & Health, to lead our Physical Education & Health Learning Area and further strengthen teaching, learning, and achievement across Years 7-15. NCEA experience, with knowledge of the newly refreshed NZ Curriculum, is a distinct advantage. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape curriculum delivery, build teacher capability, and champion success for all students. Our kura has a genuine whānau atmosphere, providing the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students across the school and make a lasting difference in their lives. Commencing Term 1, 2027 (or by negotiation).

We welcome applications from NZ-registered teachers looking to contribute to a collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking team environment.

Office Administrator

Fixed-term Position: Full-time (Maternity Leave Cover)

Area/composite (Years 1–15), Certificated Teacher

Opens: Friday, 25 September 2026

Closes: Tuesday, 27 October 2026, 4 pm

We are seeking an enthusiastic, organised, and customer-focused Office Administrator to join our team on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave (26 weeks: 25 January to 9 August 2027). This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a busy environment, has strong administrative skills, and can confidently manage social media platforms to support communication and engagement within our community. Having skills in reception, marketing, social media, using the KAMAR database, Google apps and Microsoft apps, including word processing and spreadsheets, would be advantageous.

As the first point of contact for visitors, students, staff, and families, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our front office.

Teacher

Full time, Permanent

Area / composite (Years 1–15), Certificated teacher

English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

Suitable for beginning teachers

Listed today

Closes 23 October 2026

 

Vacancy reference #: 1HAuCu

This position is likely in Year 7-8, possibly Year 9-10.

At Taipa Area School, our vision statement, “Navigate together for success,” deeply resonates with our whānau and community. This vision is built on fostering genuine relationships with our students, providing them with a strong sense of belonging, safety, engagement, and the ability to achieve. Most of our students whakapapa to the iwi of Ngāti Kahu, and our school vision embraces and celebrates our local history, culture, and language.

We seek an innovative and enthusiastic teacher who, ideally, has/can demonstrate exemplary teaching of the New Zealand Curriculum. Knowledge of Te Ao Māori and a commitment to culturally responsive practice will be considered a strong advantage. It will be considered an advantage if you can teach Te Reo Māori, have experience in teaching Year 7 and 8 and please also state other subject strengths.

We have a highly supportive Year 7 and 8 teaching team, with a strong team culture, and a relational approach to teaching in a department of 3 classrooms, alongside 2 dedicated teachers, 1 of whom is the leader of learning for Year 7 and 8. We pride ourselves on our whānau feeling across our kura, with plenty of support available in other subject areas of interest for the successful applicant. Our intermediate team works alongside each other in modern classrooms situated right on our field, taking full advantage of stunning ocean views.

Doubtless Bay is an excellent place to live and work. Our school is adjacent to Taipa Beach, which we proudly proclaim is the best open-air classroom in Northland. Our school is on a waka, putting student engagement and achievement at the forefront of everything we do, supported by hauora and our three core values of Manaakitanga, Painga, and Mahitahi, which we embody in our daily practices.

Taipa Area School New Zealand (nationwide)

Technology Teacher

Full time, Permanent

Taipa Area School is guided by our community-crafted vision: “Kia Ngātahi Te Hoe, Kia Whakatere te Waka ki Uta” (Navigate Together for Success). This principle shapes our commitment to ensuring every student experiences a deep sense of belonging, safety, and achievement.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, permanent teacher to join our team from the start of Term 1, 2027. This role may possibly be able to be combined with other middle management opportunities for MUs/MMAs dependent upon experience. If interested, please indicate interest upon application. Food and/or Hospitality and/or Digital Technology an advantage, please state other subject strengths.

Key Position Details & Requirements:

• Subject Strengths: Applicants should state their experience teaching the Technology standards within the NZC, including specific strengths across Food Technology and/or Hospitality and/or Digital Technology, as well as stating other subject strengths.

Come join us in Paradise!  Doubtless Bay is an excellent place to live and work. Our school is adjacent to Taipa Beach, which we proudly proclaim is the best open-air classroom in Northland. Our school is on a waka, putting student engagement and achievement at the forefront of everything we do, supported by hauora and our three core values of Manaakitanga, Painga, and Mahitahi, which we embody in our daily practices.

Our teaching environment features a light-filled cooking room with large, bright windows overlooking a shared outdoor space framed by mature avocado trees, which comes complete with a wood-fired pizza oven waiting to be put to good use! 

We welcome applications from NZ-registered teachers looking to contribute to a collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking team environment. For more information, please contact the school.

Relief Teachers Wanted – All Subjects/Levels (Qualified & Registered)

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.

Relief Teachers – Degree Holders (LAT Support Provided)

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.

Got a degree, or a trade, or skills/knowledge to share?