Fixed Term Part-Time 0.5 FTTE. Start date to be negotiated, prefer ASAP, until 8 December 2026

Te Kura Whaiora ki Te Tonga/Southern Health School is seeking a compassionate, adaptable, and skilled kaiako/teacher to join our dedicated team based in Christchurch for Term 3.

About us

Southern Health school supports ākonga to seek health and wellbeing through continuous education. We work alongside whānau, primary schools, secondary schools, and medical professionals to ensure continuity of learning during periods of significant illness, facilitating successful transitions back to regular schooling.

About the role

This role contributes to the Flexible Learning Access Project, supporting ākonga with complex health needs who attend learning programmes on variable days and times.

We are seeking a passionate and adaptable Kaiako to join our Dunedin Team. This fixed-term part-time (0.5 FTTE) position supports ākonga in Years 1–13 whose health needs prevent them from attending their regular school.Start date to be negotiated, prefer ASAP until 8 December 2026.

You will deliver personalised, flexible learning programmes across a range of settings including homes, community spaces, and health facilities. This is a highly rewarding role where education, wellbeing, and transition back to school are central to success.

This role requires regular travel within the Dunedin catchment and to other approved locations, including homes, community settings, and health facilities.

About us

At Te Kura Whaiora Ki Te Tonga/Southern Health School, we support ākonga to seek health and wellbeing through education. We work alongside whānau, schools, and health professionals to ensure continuity of learning during periods of illness and successful transitions back to school.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and deliver individualised learning programmes aligned to the NZ Curriculum

• Adapt teaching to meet diverse health and learning needs

• Support student wellbeing and engagement

• Work collaboratively with whānau, schools, and health professionals

• Maintain accurate records and contribute to transition planning

What we are looking for

You will bring:

• A strong learner-centred and inclusive teaching approach

• Ability to work flexibly across multiple environments

• Excellent relationship and communication skills

• Confidence supporting students with complex wellbeing or health needs

• Strong professional judgement and organisational skills

Experience teaching students with health or complex wellbeing needs and or multi-agency environments is an advantage.

Requirements

• Current full NZ Teaching Registration

• Eligibility to teach in New Zealand

• Taught in New Zealand

• Full NZ driver licence (travel required)

A full job description can be found below.

How to Apply

Please email CV and cover letter quoting vacancy number 2026/10 to:

Ginny Whatarau
PO Box 1757 Christchurch 8140

bmgr@southernhealth.school.nz
021 105 9523

Closing date is 3pm 26 June 2026.

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