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Homeroom Teacher
Papakura High School
Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 12/10/2026, End Date: 11/12/2026 (Dependent on external funding)Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
Listed 4 Sept 2026 · Closes 17 Sept 2026
About the role
This position is Ministry funded until the end of 2026 with the possibility of continuation in 2027. Are you an energetic passionate teacher who enjoys working with juniors, designing engaging, relevant lessons, and bringing creativity and structure to the classroom? Experience as a primary/intermediate school teacher would be an advantage for the position. Experience in a high-equity index kura or similar setting is a requirement for the position. We are looking for someone special to support students who have been disengaged with formal education and need the routine offered by a homeroom situation to get them used to the demands of a secondary school. We value teachers who: have high expectations for students and themselves are reflective, collaborative, and culturally responsive embrace innovation and digital tools love working in diverse, vibrant environments (75% Māori and Pasifika learners). What we offer: a supportive, collaborative team freedom to innovate and take risks a culture that celebrates fun, creativity, and connection students who are eager for meaningful learning experiences and teachers who believe in them. You will also have the opportunity to engage in project-based learning that puts our students at the heart of all that we do. The terms and conditions, including base salary, for this position is set by the Secondary Teachers’ Collective Agreement. The base salary for trained and registered teachers will range from $66k to $105k, depending on applicant’s qualifications and experience. Individuals actual base salary will be established by a salary assessment once a role is confirmed.
Learning-area tags: English, Health and physical education, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, The arts
How to apply
Please send your cover letter, CV and the completed Application Form and direct enquiries to: Philippa Kaisser, Principal's EA Willis Road, Papakura 2110 p.kaisser@papakurahigh.school.nz 09 295 1505 Download our application form Application Form Teachers v8ce233e906
Official Gazette listing ↗School details
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Roll
- 1359
- School number
- 101
- Address
- Willis Road, Papakura