Teacher – Full time, Permanent, One Position, Start Date: 27/01/2026
Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto is a full primary school located in the south-west of Christchurch. Our kura was gifted the name Pūroto by Ngāi Tahu, reflecting the significance of the ponds and waterways that surround us.
Whakarite ngā kete mō te haerenga! – Our vision promotes the hauora and growth of all tamariki, encouraging and equipping them to fill their kete for the journey ahead.
We are looking for a teacher who brings both expertise and heart to their practice. At the centre of our kura is a deep commitment to relationships – valuing strong connections with learners, colleagues, and whānau. We seek educators who use effective, engaging pedagogies to create meaningful learning experiences that inspire every child to thrive.
Class level placement and possible leadership opportunities will be shaped around the successful applicant’s experience and strengths.
The terms and conditions, including base salary, for this position is set by the relevant collective agreement.
The position will commence term 1, 2026.
2026 Teacher Application Package (Permanent)
Application Form & Summary Declaration
Please email your CV, completed application form and letter of application to:
Chloe Miller, Leadership PA
appointments@beckenham.school.nz
Applications close at 9am, on Friday 3 October 2025
Teacher – Full time, Fixed Term (Project Release) Start Date: 27/01/2026
We are looking for a teacher who brings both expertise and heart to their practice. At the centre of our kura is a deep commitment to relationships – valuing strong connections with learners, colleagues, and whānau. We seek educators who use effective, engaging pedagogies to create meaningful learning experiences that inspire every child to thrive.
Class level placement and possible leadership opportunities will be shaped around the successful applicant’s experience and strengths.
The terms and conditions, including base salary, for this position is set by the relevant collective agreement.
The position will commence term 1, 2026.
Fixed Term Teacher 2026 Application Package (Project Release)
Application Form & Summary Declaration
Please email your CV, completed application form and letter of application to:
Chloe Miller, Leadership PA
appointments@beckenham.school.nz
Applications close at 9am, on Friday 3 October 2025
Relieving Opportunities
We are always looking for quality relievers to add to our preferred relievers list.
If you would like to relieve at Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto, please register with ‘StaffSync‘ and request to be a preferred reliever at our kura (school).
Please also bring the following documents into the Office to be sighted and scanned, as per Ministry of Education requirements:
- 2x ID (license, passport, power bill, etc.)
- The digital .pdf file of your current teaching practicing certificate.
- A .pdf copy of your restraint certificate
We also require a minimum of 2 professional referees, with both phone and email contact details. These can be uploaded to your StaffSync profile.
If you have any pātai (questions) about our school, values, or the process. Or, if you wish to make an appointment outside of school hours to bring in your documents, you can do so by emailing – appointments@beckenham.school.nz