SENCO/Structured Literacy Specialist
One (1) SENCO/Structured Literacy Specialist, 2 MU's, April 28, 2025 start (or by mutual negotiation). Permanent. Full time.
SENCO (special education needs coordinator) 0.4 FFTE
Oversee students with high needs, including ORRS funded students.
- To manage a team of support staff who assist in the delivery of the Special Needs programme.
- To co-ordinate the learning programme of students with special needs.
- To identify the learning needs of a wide range of students across the school, including those with learning challenges.
- To liaise with staff in the wider school community around the support of students identified as needing learning assistance.
- To assist ESOL students with their learning needs.
STRUCTURED LITERACY SPECIALIST (SLS) 0.6 FFTE
Deliver comprehensive understanding of the science of reading and structured learning principles, often focusing on students with dyslexia or other learning difficulties.
- To provide expertise in explicit, systematic teaching of phonological awareness, letter-sound relationships, syllable patterns, morphology, syntax, and semantics
- To provide proficiency in using multisensory techniques to reinforce learning and teaching
- To provide strong data analysis skills to track progress and adjust instruction based on assessment results
- To provide collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate literacy supports across the curriculum
Looking for an extraordinary school with incredibly passionate students, parents, community partners, and staff? We have the perfect place for you! Plus, enjoy a beautiful drive to work every day. Willingness to teach across the school desirable.
Your commitment to us is to start teaching our enthusiastic students on April 28, 2025 (or by mutual negotiation) and work full time five days a week.
Arrange a visit at your convenience.
Closing date: 3p.m. Thursday, April 3, 2025
Team Leader Years 0-3, New Entrant Specialist
One (1) Team Leader, New Entrant Specialist, 2 MU's, April 28, 2025 start (or by mutual negotiation). Permanent. Full time.
We are looking for an inspiring and innovative team leader to start term 2 (or by mutual negotiation) who is prepared to embrace quality learning opportunities.
The successful applicant will excel in open and honest communication, while also demonstrating the ability to be highly organised, make well-informed decisions, and empower learners and their team of teachers. You will have experience working collaboratively and have a commitment to build relationships in a way that enhances the value of others. You will support the supportive, respectful school culture that is committed to continuous learning and growth. As the successful candidate, you will have an appreciation for the Years 0–3 age phase and will seek to develop engagement and creativity in student's educational experiences.
This permanent leadership position would be suited to both emerging and experienced leaders who want to contribute
- To manage a team of teachers in the delivery of the Years 0-2 learning programme.
- To identify the learning needs of a wide range of students, including those with learning challenges.
- To liaise with ECE providers in the wider school community.
- To deliver transition to school programmes.
- To deliver comprehensive understanding of the science of learning and structured literacy principles, often focusing on students with dyslexia or other learning difficulties.
This role is a teaching position with weekly leadership release, working as a member of a forward-thinking leadership team. Visits recommended.
Looking for an extraordinary school with incredibly passionate students, parents, community partners, and staff? We have the perfect place for you! Plus, enjoy a beautiful drive to work every day.
Your commitment to us is to start teaching our enthusiastic students on April 28, 2025 (or by mutual negotiation) and work full time five days a week.
Arrange a visit at your convenience.
Closing date: 3p.m. Thursday, April 3, 2025
Release Teacher
Two (2) Classroom Release Teacher, April 28, 2025 start (or by mutual negotiation). Permanent. Full time.
Looking for an extraordinary school with incredibly passionate students, parents, community partners, and staff? We have the perfect place for you! Plus, enjoy a beautiful drive to work every day.
Are you an experienced teacher inspired with making a difference?
This role is a teaching position, working as a member of a forward-thinking teaching team. Visits welcome.
Your commitment to us is to start teaching our enthusiastic students on April 28, 2025 (or by mutual negotiation) and work full time five days a week.
Arrange a visit at your convenience.
Closing date: 3p.m. Thursday, April 3, 2025
Wairakei Primary School. Years 1–6, roll 365.
A brilliant career opportunity in a highly regarded school, located just 9 km north of Taupō, in Wairakei Village.
Taupō is close to the ski fields and offers endless opportunities for outdoor recreation and adventure. Staff are supportive and committed to high levels of education within the school. There is a strong sense of community with active and engaged parents. Come and visit us and see what we have to offer you. We may be able to support your move to Taupō.
Take advantage before someone else comes to their senses…
SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THIS APPLICATION PACK
To have successfully completed an application for the positions at Wairakei Primary School you should ensure the following is completed and sent through by 9a.m. Thursday, April 3, 2025.
1. Cover Letter (that addresses your suitability to the position offered)
2. Curriculum Vitae (that address our personal specifications)
3. Application forms section of the pack (please do not email the whole pack back)
4. Two referee contacts
Timeline
Wairakei Primary has set the following timeline for an appointment. Every effort will be made to keep to the following schedule in determining the successful candidate.
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Timeline for the Appointments for Wairakei Primary School |
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Gazette Advertisement published Approximately 13/03/2025
Closing date for applications 9a.m. Thursday, April 3, 2025 Reference checking to start upon the school receiving application
Shortlisting 04/04/2025
Interviews (available on Zoom by request) 10/04/2025
Appointment confirmed
As soon as possible.
Start date: April 28, 2025 (or by mutual negotiation)
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For any queries please contact: Principal, Paula Farquhar
Please note:
- Interviews will be required for all positions
- Successful applicants must be able to work 5 days a week
