Vacancies
Teachers - Fixed term and permanent positions
Tēnā koe
Thank you for your interest in applying for one of the FOUR teaching positions we have available to start at Redwoodtown School for the beginning of the 2024 school year. We have;
3 full-time permanent and 1 full-time fixed-term positions available for 2024.
For each position, we are looking for an outstanding, self driven, NZ registered teacher who is a team player, a positive thinker, and committed to making a difference for our learners.
The successful applicant will:
understand and model the importance of relationships in teaching and learning
have experience in trauma-informed, hauora and/or positive values-based support of children
show a deep understanding and practical evidence of culturally responsive practice
have proven effective teaching practice
demonstrate flexibility, curiosity and solution focused positivity in a team environment
display professionalism, integrity and honesty in the way they conduct themselves
have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
The teaching levels for these appointments have yet to be finalised, but will take account of the skill set offered by the successful applicant as well as the needs of the school. We ask you to identify the area(s) in which you prefer to teach in the application.
Your letter of application will address the above points. We look forward to receiving your application.
Ngā mihi
Aaron Vercoe
Principal
Redwoodtown School
Appointment Timeline
11 September 2023 Full-Time, fixed-term position advertised online
12pm 3 October 2023 Closing Date for Applications
4 October 2023 Shortlisting
7 October 2023 Interviews
Term 1 2024 Permanent and Fixed Term positions start
Application Instructions
If you are interested in applying for this position, please email your application to principal@redwoodtown.school.nz no later than 12:00pm midday on Tuesday 3 October 2023.
Please send by email only:
● A covering letter
● Completed application form - either a renamed google doc or the pdf attached
● A current CV
Deputy Principal - Fixed term 2024 (4MU)
Tēnā koe
Thank you for your interest in applying for our Deputy Principal position (2024 fixed term). We have an exciting opportunity to join our team. Our principal is taking an opportunity on secondment for a year and our Deputy Principal will be leading our school. We are looking for an experienced leader or an emerging leader looking for their next step to join our team. The role is fixed term for 2024 and will be fully released with a small teacher release component.
This role encompasses a mixture of responsibilities covering key aspects of pastoral care, day-to-day school operations and importantly embracing our school vision to develop Effective Learners and Effective Citizens. With our experienced leadership team we are happy to define the role components on the strengths of the successful applicant.
First and foremost we are looking for someone with the ability and commitment to develop high-trust relationships with ākonga, staff and whānau.
The successful applicant will have a deep practical and pedagogical understanding of teaching and learning, strong curriculum knowledge and be able to play a lead role in implementing the curriculum refresh.
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you and welcome you to contact us to look around our school and meet our 2024 Acting Principal - Mr Denis Tocker denis@redwoodtown.school.nz
Ngā mihi
Aaron Vercoe
Principal
Redwoodtown School
Appointment Timeline
28 September 2023 Deputy Principal fixed-term position advertised
5pm 23 October 2023 Closing Date for Applications
24 October 2023 Shortlisting
27-30 October 2023 Interviews
Term 1 2024 Fixed Term position starts
Application Instructions
If you are interested in applying for this position, please email your application to principal@redwoodtown.school.nz no later than 5:00pm on Monday 23 October 2023.
Please include by email only:
● A covering letter
● Completed application form - either a renamed google doc or the pdf attached
● A current CV
Relief Teachers
We are always on the look out for amazing relievers to join our team.
Please contact the school office for an appointment with our principal, Mr Aaron Vercoe. Alternatively, drop into the school office with a CV, copy of your teaching registration and teaching references.