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- Teacher - Auckland South (0.6 to 0.8 or Full Time) Fixed Term
- Teacher - Auckland West Part Time (0.6 to 0.8) Fixed Term
- Teacher - Rotorua Part Time (0.8) Fixed Term
- Teacher - Auckland South - Casual Relief
- Teacher - Auckland Central (0.6 to 0.8 or Full Time) Fixed Term
- Teacher - Ahutoetoe (Milldale) Part Time (0.4) Fixed Term
- Teacher - Auckland North (0.6 to 0.8 or Full Time) Fixed Term
Teacher – Auckland South Unit (Takanini)
Full Time or Part Time (0.6 to 0.8) – Fixed Term
Commencing ASAP to 12/12/24
We invite applications from experienced primary and secondary teachers with strong curriculum knowledge and an understanding of NCEA to support a growing student roll at our South Auckland unit. Fixed term will be to the end of the 2024 school year.
Applicants must be NZ fully registered. Recent experience teaching the New Zealand curriculum preferred.
Northern Health School is a Ministry of Education funded school. We provide education and transition support for year 0-14 students whilst ill health prevents them attending their regular school.
School management and administration is predominantly based in Auckland with school units in centres throughout the north island from Kaitaia to Gisborne, Taupo and Taranaki.
Teachers work with students across a spectrum of years and subjects on either an individual basis or in small groups. Depending on the health and education needs of the student, teacher may provide the whole education programme; an education programme in association with the student’s regular school or a programme in association with Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (The Correspondence School).
The successful applicant will be
- Fully registered teacher with a highly developed knowledge of the school curriculum
- Empathetic, flexible and able to easily build rapport with students
- Able to uphold professional and ethical boundaries
- Experienced and confident working with students from year 0 to year 14
- Confident teaching online
Commitment to e-learning and knowledge of Office365 and Google suite tools an advantage.
Full NZ driving licence and own vehicle (reimbursed as per collective) essential for this position.
Our teaching roles promote the values of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the culture of our school.
Close date for application: 19 July 2024
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Auckland South Unit
The Auckland region is serviced by several NHS units.
The Auckland South team is located in a dedicated building within the grounds of Kauri Flats School, 181 Walters Road, Takanini. This unit covers the wider South Auckland region, north to Mt Wellington, south to Te Kauwhata and east to Beachlands.
NHS Auckland South unit teachers work with school age students in the community who meet Northern Health School admission criteria. Education programmes are planned in association with staff of the student’s regular school and may include Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (Correspondence School) subjects. An ILP (Individual Learning Plan) is developed for each student in association with their school of enrolment, parents and any others who may be involved in their wellbeing.
NHS teachers visit students in their homes and, depending on their health needs, students may attend NHS student support centre or their school of enrolment on a part time basis. When the time is appropriate, the NHS teacher will help transition student back to school on a full time basis.
When visiting students in the community teachers have the use of a NHS vehicle; however should a vehicle be unavailable, teachers will be expected to use their own vehicle and be reimbursed according to the teacher’s collective agreement.
ICT is an integral part of Northern Health School’s administration, programme development and student record activities. Teachers in all of our units must be prepared to use ICT extensively in the course of their work.
Teachers are responsible to unit associate principal and supported by a teacher aide/office administrator
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Teacher – Auckland West Unit (Grafton)
Part Time (0.6 to 0.8) Fixed Term with ability to increase to full-time as school roll grows
Commencing ASAP to 12/12/24
We invite applications from experienced primary or secondary teachers with strong curriculum knowledge and an understanding of NCEA to join our Auckland West school unit, based at our attractive premises in Grafton.
We provide education and transition support for year 0-14 students whilst ill health prevents them attending their regular school. We are therefore keen to hear from teachers with flexibility and empathy, and an ability to adapt teaching to the unique needs of the individual student. Strong curriculum knowledge of NCEA mathematics an advantage but not essential.
Teachers work with students across a spectrum of years and subjects on either an individual basis or in small groups. Depending on the health and education needs of the student, teachers may provide the whole education programme, an education programme in association with the student’s regular school, or a programme in association with Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (The Correspondence School).
The successful applicant will be:
- Fully NZ registered teacher with a highly developed knowledge of the NZ school curriculum
- Empathetic, flexible and able to easily build rapport with students.
- Able to uphold professional and ethical boundaries.
- Experienced and confident working with students from year 0 to year 14.
- Confident teaching online.
- Ability to speak te reo Māori and/or connections with local iwi highly valued.
Northern Health School is a Ministry of Education funded school. School management and administration is predominantly based in Auckland with school units in centres throughout the north island from Kaitaia to Gisborne, Taupo and Taranaki.
Commitment to e-learning and knowledge of Office365 and Google suite tools an advantage.
Full NZ driving licence and own vehicle (reimbursed as per collective) essential for this position.
Our teaching roles promote the values of Te Tiriti o Waitangi within the culture of our school.
Candidates are encouraged to apply early as we may assess applications as they are received.
Close date for application: 19 July 2024
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Auckland West Unit
The Auckland region is serviced by several NHS school units and includes Starship and KidzFirst hospitals.
The Auckland West Unit is currently located at our attractive premises in Khyber Pass, Grafton, but will relocate to Massey at a later date, yet to be determined. Teachers cover students within the area from Waterview – Blockhouse Bay Avondale West up to Muriwai across to Te Atatu on the Waitemata.
NHS teachers work with school age students who meet Northern Health School admission criteria. Education programmes are planned in association with staff of the student’s regular school and may include Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (Correspondence School) subjects. An ILP (Individual Learning Plan) is developed for each student in association with their school of enrolment, parents and any others who may be involved in their wellbeing.
NHS teachers visit students in their homes and, depending on their health needs, students may attend NHS student support centre or their school of enrolment on a part time basis. When the time is appropriate, the NHS teacher will help transition student back to school on a full time basis.
When visiting students in the community teachers have the use of a NHS vehicle; however should a vehicle be unavailable, teachers will be expected to use their own vehicle and be reimbursed according to the teacher’s collective agreement.
ICT is an integral part of Northern Health School’s administration, programme development and student record activities. Teachers in all of our units must be prepared to use ICT extensively in the course of their work.
Teachers are responsible to unit associate principal and supported by a teacher aide/office administrator.
Download the full job description
Teacher – Rotorua – Part Time (0.8) Fixed Term
Commencing ASAP to 12/12/24
We invite applications from experienced primary and secondary teachers with strong curriculum knowledge and an understanding of NCEA.
Applicants must be NZ fully registered. Recent experience teaching the New Zealand curriculum preferred.
Northern Health School is a Ministry of Education funded school. We provide education and transition support for year 0-14 students whilst ill health prevents them attending their regular school.
School management and administration is predominantly based in Auckland with school units in centres throughout the north island from Kaitaia to Gisborne, Taupo and Taranaki.
Teachers work with students across a spectrum of years and subjects on either an individual basis or in small groups. Depending on the health and education needs of the student, teacher may provide the whole education programme; an education programme in association with the student’s regular school or a programme in association with Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (The Correspondence School).
The successful applicant will be
- Fully registered teacher with a highly developed knowledge of the school curriculum
- Empathetic, flexible and able to easily build rapport with students
- Able to uphold professional and ethical boundaries
- Experienced and confident working with students from year 0 to year 14
- Confident teaching online
Commitment to e-learning and knowledge of Office365 and Google suite tools an advantage.
Full NZ driving licence and own vehicle (reimbursed as per collective) essential for this position.
Our teaching roles promote the values of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the culture of our school.
Close date for application: 19 July 2024
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Rotorua Unit
The Rotorua unit is based at 1376 Hinemoa Street, Rotorua and serves surrounding areas Murapara, Reporoa and Rotoma.
NHS Rotorua unit teachers work with school age students in both hospital and in the community who meet Northern Health School admission criteria. Education programmes are planned in association with staff of the student’s regular school and may include Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (Correspondence School) subjects. An ILP (Individual Learning Plan) is developed for each student in association with their school of enrolment, parents and any others who may be involved in their wellbeing.
NHS teachers visit students in their homes and depending on their health needs, students may attend NHS student support centre or their school of enrolment on a part time basis. When the time is appropriate, the NHS teacher will help transition student back to school on a full time basis.
When visiting students in the community teachers have the use of a NHS vehicle; however should a vehicle be unavailable, teachers will be expected to use their own vehicle and be reimbursed according to the teacher’s collective agreement.
ICT is an integral part of Northern Health School’s administration, programme development and student record activities. Teachers in all of our units must be prepared to use ICT extensively in the course of their work.
Teachers are responsible to unit senior teacher and supported by a teacher aide/office administrator
Download the full job description
Teacher – Auckland South Unit (Takanini)
Casual Relief
We invite applications from experienced teachers with strong curriculum knowledge and an understanding of NCEA who are interested in casual hours to provide cover when a teacher is absent.
Applicants must be NZ fully registered. Recent experience teaching the New Zealand curriculum preferred.
Northern Health School is a Ministry of Education funded school. We provide education and transition support for year 0-14 students whilst ill health prevents them attending their regular school.
School management and administration is predominantly based in Auckland with school units in centres throughout the north island from Kaitaia to Gisborne, Taupo and Taranaki.
Teachers work with students across a spectrum of years and subjects on either an individual basis or in small groups. Depending on the health and education needs of the student, teachers may provide the whole education programme; an education programme in association with the student’s regular school or a programme in association with Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (The Correspondence School).
The successful applicant will be:
- A fully registered teacher with a highly developed knowledge of Te Mātaiaho (the refreshed NZ curriculum)
- Empathetic, flexible and have a strong interest in pastoral care
- Able to build strong relationships with students, whānau and key stakeholders
- Able to uphold professional and ethical boundaries
- Confident working with students from year 0 to year 14
Preference will be given to those with experience in a pastoral role such as a dean. Commitment to e-learning and knowledge of Office365 and Google suite tools an advantage.
Full NZ driving licence and own vehicle (reimbursed as per collective) essential for this position.
Our teaching roles promote the values of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the culture of our school.
Close date for application: 19 July 2024
Read full unit notes
Auckland South Unit
The Auckland region is serviced by several NHS units.
The Auckland South team is located in a dedicated building within the grounds of Kauri Flats School, 181 Walters Road, Takanini. This unit covers the wider South Auckland region, north to Mt Wellington, south to Te Kauwhata and east to Beachlands.
NHS Auckland South unit teachers work with school age students in the community who meet Northern Health School admission criteria. Education programmes are planned in association with staff of the student’s regular school and may include Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (Correspondence School) subjects. An ILP (Individual Learning Plan) is developed for each student in association with their school of enrolment, parents and any others who may be involved in their wellbeing.
NHS teachers visit students in their homes and, depending on their health needs, students may attend NHS student support centre or their school of enrolment on a part time basis. When the time is appropriate, the NHS teacher will help transition student back to school on a full time basis.
When visiting students in the community teachers have the use of a NHS vehicle; however should a vehicle be unavailable, teachers will be expected to use their own vehicle and be reimbursed according to the teacher’s collective agreement.
ICT is an integral part of Northern Health School’s administration, programme development and student record activities. Teachers in all of our units must be prepared to use ICT extensively in the course of their work.
Teachers are responsible to unit associate principal and supported by a teacher aide/office administrator
Download the full job description
Teacher – Auckland Central Unit (Grafton)
Full Time or Part Time (0.6 to 0.8) – Fixed Term
Commencing ASAP to 12/12/24
We invite applications from experienced secondary teachers with strong curriculum knowledge and an understanding of NCEA to join our Auckland Central school unit, based at our attractive premises in Grafton.
We provide education and transition support for year 0-14 students whilst ill health prevents them attending their regular school. We are therefore keen to hear from teachers with flexibility and empathy, and an ability to adapt teaching to the unique needs of the individual student.
Teachers work with students across a spectrum of years and subjects on either an individual basis or in small groups. Depending on the health and education needs of the student, teachers may provide the whole education programme, an education programme in association with the student’s regular school, or a programme in association with Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (The Correspondence School).
The successful applicant will be:
- Fully NZ registered teacher with a highly developed knowledge of the NZ school curriculum
- Empathetic, flexible and able to easily build rapport with students
- Able to uphold professional and ethical boundaries
- Experienced and confident working with students from year 0 to year 14
- Confident teaching online
Northern Health School is a Ministry of Education funded school. School management and administration is predominantly based in Auckland with school units in centres throughout the north island from Kaitaia to Gisborne, Taupo and Taranaki.
Commitment to e-learning and knowledge of Office365 and Google suite tools an advantage.
Full NZ driving licence and own vehicle (reimbursed as per collective) essential for this position.
Our teaching roles promote the values of Te Tiriti o Waitangi within the culture of our school.
Candidates are encouraged to apply early as we may assess applications as they are received.
Position closes: midday on 14 July 2024
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Auckland Central Unit
The Auckland region is serviced by several NHS units and includes Starship and KidzFirst hospitals.
The Auckland Central unit is located at 60 Khyber Pass Road, Grafton, Auckland city fringe.
NHS teachers work with school age students who meet Northern Health School admission criteria. Education programmes are planned in association with staff of the student’s regular school and may include Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (Correspondence School) subjects. An ILP (Individual Learning Plan) is developed for each student in association with their school of enrolment, parents and any others who may be involved in their wellbeing.
NHS teachers visit students in their homes if necessary, but depending on their health needs, students may attend the NHS student support centre in Grafton or their school of enrolment on a part time basis. When the time is appropriate, the NHS teacher will help transition students back to school full time.
When visiting students in the community, teachers have the use of a NHS vehicle; however should a vehicle be unavailable, teachers will be expected to use their own vehicle and be reimbursed according to the teacher’s collective agreement.
ICT is an integral part of Northern Health School’s administration, programme development and student record activities. Teachers in all of our units must be prepared to use ICT extensively in the course of their work.
Teachers are responsible to unit associate principal and supported by a teacher aide and office administrator.
Download the full job description
Teacher – Ahutoetoe Unit (Milldale)
Part Time (0.4) – Fixed Term – Commencing ASAP to 12/12/24
We invite applications from experienced primary and secondary teachers with strong curriculum knowledge and an understanding of NCEA to join our teaching team at our Ahutoetoe school unit in Milldale.
We provide education and transition support for year 0-14 students whilst ill health prevents them attending their regular school. We are therefore keen to hear from teachers with flexibility and empathy, and an ability to adapt teaching to the unique needs of the individual student.
Teachers work with students across a spectrum of years and subjects on either an individual basis or in small groups. Depending on the health and education needs of the student, teachers may provide the whole education programme, an education programme in association with the student’s regular school, or a programme in association with Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (The Correspondence School).
The successful applicant will be:
- Fully NZ registered teacher with a highly developed knowledge of the NZ school curriculum
- Empathetic, flexible and able to easily build rapport with students.
- Able to uphold professional and ethical boundaries.
- Experienced and confident working with students from year 0 to year 14.
- Confident teaching online.
- An ability to speak te reo Māori and/or good connections with local iwi will be highly valued.
Northern Health School is a Ministry of Education funded school. School management and administration is predominantly based in Auckland with school units in centres throughout the north island from Kaitaia to Gisborne, Taupo and Taranaki.
Commitment to e-learning and knowledge of Office365 and Google suite tools an advantage.
Full NZ driving licence and own vehicle (reimbursed as per collective) essential for this position.
Our teaching roles promote the values of Te Tiriti o Waitangi within the culture of our school.
Close date for application: 19 July 2024
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Ahutoetoe Unit
The Auckland region is serviced by several NHS units and includes Starship and KidzFirst hospitals.
The Ahutoetoe unit is located in Milldale, Wainui. Teachers cover the area from Silverdale to Wellsford, west to Kaipara and east to Mangawhai.
NHS teachers work with school age students who meet Northern Health School admission criteria. Education programmes are planned in association with staff of the student’s regular school and may include Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (Correspondence School) subjects. An ILP (Individual Learning Plan) is developed for each student in association with their school of enrolment, parents and any others who may be involved in their wellbeing.
NHS teachers visit students in their homes and, depending on their health needs, students may attend NHS student support centre or their school of enrolment on a part time basis. When the time is appropriate, the NHS teacher will help transition student back to school on a full time basis.
When visiting students in the community teachers have the use of a NHS vehicle; however should a vehicle be unavailable, teachers will be expected to use their own vehicle and be reimbursed according to the teacher’s collective agreement.
ICT is an integral part of Northern Health School’s administration, programme development and student record activities. Teachers in all of our units must be prepared to use ICT extensively in the course of their work.
Teachers are responsible to unit associate principal and supported by a teacher aide/office administrator.
Download the full job description
Teacher – Auckland North Unit (Rosedale)
Full Time or Part Time (0.6 to 0.8) – Fixed Term
Commencing ASAP to 12/12/24
We invite applications from experienced teachers with strong curriculum knowledge and an understanding of NCEA to join our school unit on the Auckland North Shore. We are open to a full-time appointment, or part-time (0.6 to 0.8) providing candidates have the ability to increase hours later in the year with school roll growth.
Northern Health School is a Ministry of Education funded school. We provide education and transition support for year 0-14 students whilst ill health prevents them attending their regular school. School management and administration is predominantly based in Auckland with school units in centres throughout the north island from Kaitaia to Gisborne, Taupo and Taranaki.
Teachers work with students across a spectrum of years and subjects on either an individual basis or in small groups. Depending on the health and education needs of the student, teachers may provide the whole education programme; an education programme in association with the student’s regular school or a programme in association with Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (The Correspondence School).
The successful applicant will be:
- A fully NZ registered teacher with a highly developed knowledge of Te Mātaiaho (the refreshed NZ curriculum)
- Empathetic, flexible and have a strong interest in pastoral care
- Able to build strong relationships with students, whānau and key stakeholders
- Able to uphold professional and ethical boundaries
- Confident working with students from year 0 to year 14
Preference will be given to those with experience in a pastoral role, or those who have experience teaching maths, science or Te Reo Māori. Commitment to e-learning and knowledge of Office365 and Google suite tools an advantage.
Full NZ driving licence and own vehicle (reimbursed as per collective) essential for this position.
Our teaching roles promote the values of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the culture of our school.
Close date for application: 21 July 2024
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Auckland North Unit
The Auckland region is serviced by several NHS units and includes Starship and KidzFirst hospitals.
Auckland North unit is located in Apollo Drive, Rosedale. Teachers cover the area north of Auckland City harbour bridge to Albany/Long Bay.
NHS teachers work with school age students who meet Northern Health School admission criteria. Education programmes are planned in association with the student’s medical team, staff of the student’s regular school and may include Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (Correspondence School) subjects. An ILP (Individual Learning Plan) is developed for each student in association with their school of enrolment, parents and other key stakeholders.
NHS teachers work with students at either their school of enrolment, the NHS support centre (Apollo Drive) or a local community venue, depending on their health needs. Some students may be seen at home if required. When the time is appropriate, the NHS teacher will help transition student back to school on a full-time basis.
When visiting students in the community, teachers have the use of an NHS vehicle; however should a vehicle be unavailable, teachers will be expected to use their own vehicle and be reimbursed according to the teacher’s collective agreement.
Use of technology is an integral part of Northern Health School’s administration, programme development and to record student activities. Teachers in all units must be prepared to use the NHS student management system (eTAP), Microsoft 365 and the Google Suite extensively in the course of their work.
Teachers are responsible to unit Associate Principal and are supported by a teacher aide/office administrator.
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