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Canterbury · 1HAtW7

Primary Teacher (Years 1–6)

Emmanuel Christian School

Full time, PermanentArea / composite (Years 1–15), Certificated teacher

Listed 21 Aug 2026 · Closes 7 Sept 2026

About the role

Start date: Beginning of 2027 Do you want to be part of a Bible-based learning community that nurtures young people toward their full potential as servant leaders in the Kingdom of God? Emmanuel Christian School is a growing, state-integrated Christian school in Bishopdale, Christchurch, catering to Year 1–10 students. We offer a supportive, collaborative environment where our work is inspired by love ( aroha ), heartened by faith (whakapono) in Jesus Christ, and motivated by gospel hope (tūmanako). We are seeking a passionate, permanent primary teacher to join our Year 1–6 team starting at the beginning of 2027. Key responsibilities Effectively engaging with and teaching primary school students Contributing to the school’s academic progress and student achievement Relating well and being culturally responsive to a diverse range of students and staff The successful applicant will Be a nurturing and passionate educator Possess strong knowledge of the NZ Curriculum Enjoy working collaboratively in a supportive team Value ongoing professional growth Enjoy actively partnering with parents and whānau Special Character requirements A key condition of employment is the willingness and ability to participate in religious instruction appropriate to the Special Christian Character of Emmanuel Christian School. You will actively promote a biblically informed, Christ-centred worldview, nurture students’ faith, and protect and enhance the school's Christian character. Applicants are expected to uphold the Special Character of the school. An outline of our Special Character is included in the application pack. Statement of Faith and Educational Principles: school.nz/our-school-character

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

How to apply

Please send your CV and completed application to: Alistair McKinnon (Principal) vacancy@emmanuelchristian.school.nz 03 359 3595 Download our application form ECS application form Year 1 6 2027 distributed

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School details

Type
Composite (Year 1-10)
Authority
State : Integrated
Gender
Co-Ed
Roll
287
School number
1168
Address
322A Sawyers Arms Road, Bishopdale, Christchurch
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