At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire and educate primary students in a vibrant rural school environment.
- Company: Chertsey School, a forward-thinking and innovative primary school.
- Benefits: Small class sizes, exceptional resources, and strong support for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a close-knit community that values relationships, wellbeing, and excellence.
- Why this job: Make a genuine difference in students' lives while enjoying a collaborative team culture.
- Qualifications: Must hold current New Zealand teacher registration and be an experienced classroom practitioner.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
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- Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher
- Commencing 28 January 2027
Chertsey School is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced and passionate New Zealand registered teacher to join our team in a 0.8 fixed-term position commencing 28 January 2027.
Chertsey School is a vibrant rural Year 0–6 primary school located just 10 minutes from Ashburton.
We are an innovative school committed to high-quality teaching and learning, offering exceptional teaching resources, outstanding facilities and a collaborative team environment where both students and teachers thrive.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking school where every teacher is valued, supported and encouraged to make a genuine difference.
What we offer
At Chertsey School you will enjoy
- Small class sizes where every learner is truly known.
- Exceptional teaching resources and well-resourced classrooms.
- Outstanding facilities that support innovative teaching and learning.
- A collaborative, supportive and positive staff culture.
- Opportunities to be creative, innovative and make a genuine difference.
- Strong support for professional growth and leadership development.
- A school community that values relationships, wellbeing and excellence.
We are looking for a teacher who
- Holds current New Zealand teacher registration and a current practising certificate.
- Is an experienced classroom practitioner.
- Is confident and effective teaching in a multi-year level classroom.
- Builds strong, positive relationships with students, whānau and colleagues.
- Delivers engaging, high-quality teaching and learning programmes.
- Has excellent classroom management and communication skills.
- Demonstrates a commitment to inclusive education and is confident meeting the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Has high expectations for student achievement and a commitment to evidence-informed teaching practice.
- Is collaborative, reflective and committed to ongoing professional growth.
- Is willing to contribute to the wider life of the school through extracurricular activities, camps, sports, cultural opportunities and school events.
- Will make a positive contribution to our close-knit school community.
- Vacancy reference #: 1HAt JT
- 3pm11 September 2026
- Chertsey School NZ
- Physical address
- 83 High Street, Chertsey, Ashburton
- Postal Address
- 83 High Street RD 2, Ashburton, 7772
- #J-18808-Ljbffr
Scale A Teacher - Commencing 2027 in Canterbury employer: Chertsey School
Chertsey School is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, making it an ideal place for passionate educators. Located near Ashburton, the school offers a supportive environment where teachers can thrive, build meaningful relationships with students and their families, and engage in professional growth opportunities. Join us to be part of a community that values high-quality teaching and encourages creativity in learning.
