Team Leader, Kaiako (Greymouth) | Flexible Office Location - South Island

Job Description

1 x Position

Permanent Full Time

FTE 1.0 (40 Hours per week) 

This role is based in Greymouth. As there is currently no established tari in or near Greymouth, the role will initially be worked remotely. When a tari is established in or near Greymouth, this will become the primary place of work.

Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Kura

At Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura), our ākonga are always at the centre of what we do. For more than a century, we've supported learners across Aotearoa — evolving from lessons once delivered on horseback to today's future focused learning that can be done anywhere, anytime.

Ākonga at Te Kura choose subjects based on their passions and interests, accessing learning online supported by kaiako who guide, inspire, and drive engagement. Alongside this, kaiako provide pastoral care and connect with ākonga through regular huinga ako — online or face to face — where learners connect, receive guidance, and strengthen their sense of belonging.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this position

You will provide leadership and effective management for their team and will be an essential driver within the school for maintaining the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning in their team. 

You'll have an in-depth understanding of Big Picture principles and implementation, great interpersonal skills and have a proven record of managing a teams in the education sector, plus a track record of working positively to deliver on organisational strategic direction. You'll manage the teaching team, assist with building a dynamic teaching and learning environment and ensure the delivery of high-quality teaching and pastoral support to our ākonga (students). 

This is an exciting opportunity for anyone with proven experience in Primary and/or Secondary education and who is keen to further develop their expertise in: 

• leadership and management, including performance and staff development 

• enabling ākonga (students) to achieve 

• planning and assessment, and 

• effective relationship management 

There is a teaching component to this role so applicants must be trained teachers with current NZ registration and relevant qualifications. 

Ko koe tēnei | About you

As a Team Leader, you will thrive in a busy environment, show initiative, communicate effectively, and be self-motivated. You will also bring:

• Professional credibility and people-focused leadership experience, including current New Zealand teacher registration and practising certificate, proven leadership of kaiako, and a strong track record of supporting teams to deliver high-quality teaching and learning outcomes for ākonga while contributing to organisational strategic direction.

• Strong personal and team effectiveness, demonstrated through being proactive, well organised, and committed to continuous learning and development, with a focus on supporting kaiako growth, capability building, and the ongoing pursuit of knowledge and understanding (māramatonutanga).

• Values-led, ākonga-centred practice grounded in Te Ao Māori, by empowering kaimahi through whakamana, fostering kotahitanga and whaitake through holistic wellbeing and meaningful pathways for ākonga, building strong whakawhanaungatanga across teams, ākonga and whānau, and committing to progressing your te reo Māori journey in an authentic way.

Ngā Uara o Te Kura | Our Values

At Te Kura, we live by our values:

• Manaaki — showing respect, generosity, and care
• Whanaungatanga — building relationships and belonging
• Tika — acting fairly and honestly
• Ākonga at the Centre — guiding every decision we make

Hei whakautu | In return

You'll join a supportive, inclusive team where manaaki and whanaungatanga guide how we work. We offer flexible working options, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful difference for ākonga across Aotearoa.

If you're ready to bring our values to life and support learners in meaningful ways, we'd love to hear from you.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

Excited to join our team? Click the Apply button and tell us your story—we'd love to hear from you!

Applications must be submitted through our careers portal. Applicants must have the legal right to teach, reside and work in New Zealand.

E hiahia ana koe ki te mōhio anō? | Like to find out more?

For additional details, view the position description at the top of the page or contact Kerry Coulshed, Acting Regional Manager Southern via email Kerry.Coulshed@tekura.school.nz

If you encounter any issues during the application process, please email jobs@tekura.school.nz

🗓 Applications close at 11.59pm on Monday 12 January 2026