Job Description 3 x Positions Fixed-Term (January/February 2026 to December 2027) 2 x FTE 0.5 based in Hastings (20 Hours per week) 1 x FTE 0.5 based in Gisborne (20 Hours per week) Passionate about shaping the future of our ākonga? Keen to engage, support, encourage and champion our ākonga on their learning journey? Interested in working at a Big Picture school that provides individual learning programmes for our ākonga? Keen to be out and about in our communities, supporting our ākonga and their whānau engage with our programmes of learning and their communities? Interested in joining a collaborative and innovative team culture in an organisation that's passionate about what we do? Teaching at Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu At Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura), our Kaiako engage with ākonga both online and face-to-face. As part of the role, you will engage directly with our ākonga, their whānau and their communities to best support them to engage and mahi on their learning journey. You'll work closely alongside colleagues in our regional offices. This role will require travel, home visits and so you'll also need to have a full clear driver's licence. We also provide flexible working options. Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this position We're looking for a passionate and innovative Kaiako, for our Kaituitui – Engagement and Wellbeing role with expertise in ākonga engagement and wellbeing, with ākonga hauora being a key component of your approach to learning. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Te Kura's ongoing transformation of distance learning. The Kaituitui - Engagement and Wellbeing directly supports ākonga enrolled at Te Kura through the Ministry of Education's Engagement and Wellbeing Gateway (EWG). The role has been developed at Te Kura to support ākonga and their whānau, with the goal of ensuring that our ākonga are championed, encouraged and supported to effectively access and actively engage with their learning at Te Kura and within their communities. The role builds and maintains key connections across Te Kura, communities and iwi to work together to provide opportunities for ākonga enrolled through the Engagement and Wellbeing Gateway to thrive. Ko koe tēnei | About you As a creative and forward-thinking educator who thrives on providing authentic learning experiences for ākonga, you'll bring: A belief in our ākonga and their ability to engage, achieve and thrive, Exceptional relationship and communication skills, with the proven ability to connect with people to achieve shared outcomes, A current New Zealand teacher registration and practising certificate, Proven ability in supporting ākonga in their learning journey, and remain adaptable to changing ākonga and whānau needs, Ability to use data and systems to inform engagement actions, Your pastoral care experience and skills that empower ākonga through their Hauora, The ability to work collaboratively and supportively within a team environment, Understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum and the Big Picture approach, Qualifications, knowledge and experience of effective teaching and learning practice, including future-focused pedagogies that engage and inspire ākonga, Knowledge and ability of te reo Māori and Te Ao Māori, and A full clear driver's licence and ability to travel. Hei whakautu | In return Te Kura Offers A workplace passionate about what we do to support our ākonga to thrive, Professional growth opportunities within a supportive and dynamic environment, Flexibility to balance work and life, and The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of ākonga and their whānau across New Zealand. 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. Ko wai mātou | About Us Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura) is New Zealand's largest school, catering to up to 24,000 ākonga at any one time. We provide authentic, ākonga-centered learning programmes, from early childhood through to NCEA Level 3, including opportunities for young adults and adult learners. Our vision is to empower every ākonga to achieve their goals—anytime, anywhere, for anyone: Ki te tī, ki te tā, ki te katoa. 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 Ray Edwards, Regional Manager Te Kāhui Rāwhiti via email ray.edwards@tekura.school.nz If you encounter any issues during the application process, please email jobs@tekura.school.nz. Applications close at 5 pm on Friday 9 January 2026