Joining the Puketapu Team
We Look For:
When choosing new people to join our team, we look for people who are:
- Relationship focused and inclusive
- Solution focused
- Resilient
- Someone who puts the needs of tamariki first
- Committed to growing and challenging their learning
- Collaborative team players
- Innovative
- Preferably trained in Structured Literacy and Trauma Informed
- Committed to growing your practice in te reo me ōna tikanga Māori
- Living our school values (Kia Māia, Kia Manawanui, Kia Kaha, Kia Ora) in their daily lives
We Can Offer You:
- A place where wellbeing is valued
- A supportive leadership Team and Board
- Exciting learning opportunities
- A school that is committed to being strong and dedicated Te Tiriti partners
- A welcoming and supportive school community
Current Teacher Vacancies
We are delighted to advertise two roles to join our team in 2027:
Permanent Part-Time Design Tech Teacher (0.4 FTTE / 2 Days per Week)
Start Date: 28 January 2027
Are you a creative educator who inspires curiosity, hands-on learning, and artistic expression? Puketapu School is looking for a passionate Design Tech teacher to lead and ignite our Year 7 & 8 students in their technology and creative learning journeys!
About the Role
This is a 0.4 permanent position (2 days per week) dedicated to fostering innovation, design thinking, and practical skills. We are looking for someone who can bring energy, fresh ideas, and a broad skill set to our technology program.
Key Focus Areas & Desired Skills
- Culinary Arts & Cooking: Teaching essential kitchen skills, nutrition, and food technology.
- Design & Technology: Guiding students through the design process, hands-on creation, and practical problem-solving.
- Wearable Arts & Visual Arts: Inspiring artistic flare, material exploration, and creative performance/display projects.
- Student Passion Projects: Supporting student-led inquiry, innovation, and personal interest endeavors.
- Fresh Perspectives: We welcome your unique talents, ideas, and creative expertise to enrich our Year 7 & 8 curriculum!
Permanent Full-Time Year 5/6 Classroom Teacher
Start Date: 28 January 2027
Are you a dedicated, child-centered educator driven by a passion for student success and community connections? Puketapu School is seeking a motivated and energetic permanent full-time teacher to join our supportive team in a Year 5/6 classroom!
About the Role
We are looking for a passionate practitioner who puts children at the heart of everything they do. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, bring a positive, bubbly, and solutions-focused attitude to learning, and are dedicated to helping senior aged students flourish academically, socially, and emotionally, we would love to hear from you.
Key Criteria & Desired Skills
- Curriculum Expertise: Recent, proven New Zealand Curriculum teaching experience is vital.
- Positive Mindset: A bubbly, proactive, and solutions-focused approach to learning and classroom engagement.
- Child-Centered Philosophy: A commitment to placing senior aged students’ wellbeing, growth, and individual needs first.
- Relational Approaches: Strong skills and practical experience in restorative practices and trauma-informed approaches.
- Community Connection: A genuine love for our school, our tamariki, and our wider community.
- Team Player: Enthusiasm for working alongside a supportive, positive, and collaborative staff.
Join our collaborative team and help shape the next generation of creative thinkers and creators!
How to Apply
For either role:
- Download our Application Form
- Submit your CV, completed application form and an inspiring cover letter to Paula Martin at pmartin@puketapu.school.nz
Relief / Guest Teachers
Our school is always on the lookout for teachers for day and short-term contract relief positions.
If you are interested in contract work, please email your details, including your preferred year groups and availability to office@puketapu.school.nz
StaffSync: our short-term relief days are listed on StaffSync. Please register at StaffSync.
Learning Assistants / Teacher Aides
From time to time we will be seeking Learning Assistants to support specific students or classes.
This could be for medical, behavioural, learning, or other kinds of support.
If you are interested, please email your CV and an inspiring cover letter to the school office.
