Vacancies

The Te Kura Whaiora ki te Tonga/Southern Health School supports students whose health challenges prevent regular school attendance. Our dedicated teachers provide personalised education for students in Years 1 to 13, delivering a full and inclusive curriculum.

Career Opportunities

Vacancies are available periodically and are listed on this page.

Our Values

At Te Kura Whaiora ki te Tonga – The Southern Health School, our work is grounded in the following values:

  • Whakaoranga: Prioritising the hauora and holistic wellbeing of our students.
  • Pono: Acting with courage and integrity.
  • Whakawhanaungatanga: Building connections, collaborating, and learning together.
  • Manaakitanga: Showing respect and care for the mana and dignity of our ākonga, their whānau, colleagues, and the wider community.
  • Kotahitanga: Promoting inclusivity in all aspects of our work.

Blenheim Kaiako / Teacher – .6 permanent 2025. 

We have an opportunity for an experienced kaiako / teacher to join our team in Blenheim. Applicants must have the ability to teach Y1-13 students across the curriculum and have pastoral strength.
This position is .6  permanent.

The successful applicant will be teaching students in the community, based from our classroom in Blenheim. There is likely to be travel within the Marlborough region 

A full job description and application form can be found below. Please provide CV, cover letter and application form.

Applicants must be a New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident or have a current work permit.


Applications close 5pm Monday 21 July  2025.

Start date by negotiation after 28 July.

Job Description

Application Form

Ashburton and Central Canterbury Kaiako / Teacher – .4  Fixed Term  2025. 

We have an opportunity for an experienced kaiako / teacher to join our team in Ashburton and Central Canterbury. Applicants must have the ability to teach Y1-13 students across the curriculum and have pastoral strength.
This position is .4 Fixed Term.

The successful applicant will be teaching students in the community, based from our classroom in Ashburton. There is likely to be travel within the Central Canterbury region 

A full job description and application form can be found below. Please provide CV, cover letter and application form.                                                    Applicants must be a New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident or have a current work permit.


Applications close 5 pm Friday 25 July  2025.

Start date by negotiation after 1 August.

Job Description

Application Form