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- Teacher Whakatane Unit
- Teacher Taupō Unit
- Teacher Ahutoeote Unit
- Administrator - HR & Payroll - Grafton, Auckland
- Teacher (Casual Relief) South Auckland Unit
Teacher Whakatane Unit
Part Time (0.4) – Fixed Term until 12/12/25
Commencing Term 3, 2025
We invite applications from experienced teachers with strong curriculum knowledge and experience teaching NCEA level students. Ability to work with students of all ages preferred.
Applicants must be NZ fully registered. Recent experience teaching the New Zealand curriculum preferred.
Northern Health School is a Ministry of Education funded school. We provide education and transition support for year 0-14 students whilst ill health prevents them attending their regular school.
School management and administration is predominantly based in Auckland with school units in centres throughout the north island from Kaitaia to Gisborne, Taupo and Taranaki.
Teachers work with students across a spectrum of years and subjects on either an individual basis or in small groups. Depending on the health and education needs of the student, teacher may provide the whole education programme; an education programme in association with the student’s regular school or a programme in association with Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (The Correspondence School).
The successful applicant will be:
- Fully registered teacher with a highly developed knowledge of the school curriculum
- Empathetic, flexible and able to easily build rapport with students
- Able to uphold professional and ethical boundaries
- Experienced and confident working with students from year 0 to year 14
- Confident teaching online
- Flexibility to increase hours if student roll increases will be appreciated.
Full NZ driving licence and own vehicle (reimbursed as per collective) essential for this position.
Our teaching roles promote the values of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the culture of our school.
Close date for application: 14 July 2025
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Whakatane Unit
The Eastern Bay of Plenty region is serviced from our Whakatane unit which is located within grounds of Whakatane Intermediate, 101 James Street, Whakatane.
Teachers work in both the hospital and in the community serving surrounding areas of Ohope, Opotiki and Edgecombe.
NHS Whakatane unit teachers work with school age students in both hospital and in the community who meet Northern Health School admission criteria. Education programmes are planned in association with staff of the student’s regular school and may include Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (Correspondence School) subjects. An ILP (Individual Learning Plan) is developed for each student in association with their school of enrolment, parents and any others who may be involved in their wellbeing.
NHS teachers visit students in their homes and depending on their health needs, students may attend NHS student support centre or their school of enrolment on a part time basis. When the time is appropriate, the NHS teacher will help transition student back to school on a full time basis.
When visiting students in the community teachers have the use of a NHS vehicle; however should a vehicle be unavailable teachers will be expected to use their own vehicle and be reimbursed according to the teacher’s collective agreement.
ICT is an integral part of Northern Health School’s administration, programme development and student record activities. Teachers in all of our units must be prepared to use ICT extensively in the course of their work.
Teachers are responsible to unit leader and principal of Northern Health School and supported by a teacher aide/office administrator.
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Teacher Taupō Unit
Part Time (0.4) – Fixed Term until 12/12/25
Commencing Term 3, 2025
We invite applications from experienced teachers with strong curriculum knowledge and experience teaching NCEA level students. Ability to work with students of all ages preferred.
Applicants must be NZ fully registered. Recent experience teaching the New Zealand curriculum preferred.
Northern Health School is a Ministry of Education funded school. We provide education and transition support for year 0-14 students whilst ill health prevents them attending their regular school.
School management and administration is predominantly based in Auckland with school units in centres throughout the north island from Kaitaia to Gisborne, Taupo and Taranaki.
Teachers work with students across a spectrum of years and subjects on either an individual basis or in small groups. Depending on the health and education needs of the student, teacher may provide the whole education programme; an education programme in association with the student’s regular school or a programme in association with Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (The Correspondence School).
The successful applicant will be:
- Fully registered teacher with a highly developed knowledge of the school curriculum
- Empathetic, flexible and able to easily build rapport with students
- Able to uphold professional and ethical boundaries
- Experienced and confident working with students from year 0 to year 14
- Confident teaching online
- Flexibility to increase hours if student roll increases will be appreciated.
Full NZ driving licence and own vehicle (reimbursed as per collective) essential for this position.
Our teaching roles promote the values of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the culture of our school.
Close date for application: 14 July 2025
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Taupō Unit
The Taupō unit is currently located at 29 Manuka Street, Taupō. Kaiako are based here and work in the community across the Taupō, Tūrangi and Taumarunui region.
NHS kaiako work with school age students who meet Northern Health School admission criteria. Education programmes are planned in association with staff of the student’s regular school (school of enrolment) and may include Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (Correspondence School) subjects for our more senior ākonga. An ILP (Individual Learning Plan) is developed for each ākonga in association with their school of enrolment, parents and any others who may be involved in their wellbeing.
NHS ākonga attend our local support centre if they can, as well as their school of enrolment part-time. Kaiako may visit students in their homes, or another location, if this is necessary for their health and wellbeing. When the time is appropriate, the NHS kaiako will help transition student back to school on a full time basis.
When visiting ākonga in the community, teachers have the use of an NHS vehicle; however should a vehicle be unavailable, teachers will be expected to use their own vehicle and be reimbursed according to the teacher’s collective agreement.
ICT is an integral part of Northern Health School’s administration, programme development and student record activities. Teachers in all our units must be prepared to use ICT extensively in the course of their work.
Teachers are responsible to their tumu/unit team leader and supported by a teacher aide/support staff as well as a team of kaiako.
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Teacher Ahutoeote Unit
Full Time or Part Time (0.4 – 0.8) – Fixed Term until 12/12/25
Commencing ASAP Term 3, 2025
We invite applications from experienced primary and secondary teachers for this rewarding teaching role, working with diverse and vulnerable students at all levels within our unique health school teaching environment. This is a fixed term role to support a temporary increase in our student roll until the end of the school year.
You will be working with diverse students across a spectrum of years and subjects on either an individual basis or in small groups. Depending on the health and education needs of the student, the teacher may provide the whole education programme; an education programme in association with the student’s regular school or a programme in association with Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (The Correspondence School).
We are looking for a special person confident to teach years 1 -13 across a range of subject areas. You will be fully NZ registered with a highly developed knowledge of the school curriculum and will have woven culturally responsive and relational pedagogy into your teaching practice. Ability to speak Te Reo Māori and/or local iwi or Tangata Pasifika connections will be highly regarded.
Additionally, the successful applicant will have a full NZ driving license and be empathetic, flexible and able to easily build rapport with students.
We are a large, geographically dispersed, Ministry of Education funded school, with this role being located at our South Auckland school unit, next to the Kauri Flats school in Takanini. We provide education and transition support for year 0-14 students while ill health prevents them attending their regular school. School management and administration is predominantly based in Auckland with school units in centres throughout the North Island from Kaitaia to Gisborne, Taupo and Taranaki.
Giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi is embedded in our strategic plan.
Close date for application: 15 July 2025
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Ahutoetoe Unit
The Auckland region is serviced by several NHS units and includes Starship and KidzFirst hospitals.
The Ahutoetoe unit is located in Milldale, Wainui. Teachers cover the area from Silverdale to Wellsford, west to Kaipara and east to Mangawhai.
NHS teachers work with school age students who meet Northern Health School admission criteria. Education programmes are planned in association with staff of the student’s regular school and may include Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (Correspondence School) subjects. An ILP (Individual Learning Plan) is developed for each student in association with their school of enrolment, parents and any others who may be involved in their wellbeing.
NHS teachers visit students in their homes and, depending on their health needs, students may attend NHS student support centre or their school of enrolment on a part time basis. When the time is appropriate, the NHS teacher will help transition student back to school on a full time basis.
When visiting students in the community teachers have the use of a NHS vehicle; however should a vehicle be unavailable, teachers will be expected to use their own vehicle and be reimbursed according to the teacher’s collective agreement.
ICT is an integral part of Northern Health School’s administration, programme development and student record activities. Teachers in all of our units must be prepared to use ICT extensively in the course of their work.
Teachers are responsible to unit associate principal and supported by a teacher aide/office administrator.
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Administrator – HR & Payroll (Khyber Pass, Grafton, Auckland)
Part Time (15 hours), permanent – school term time only (school holidays unpaid)
Commencing ASAP Term 3, 2025
Are you a confident, energetic and experienced administration support person looking to use your skills, expertise and common sense in a busy, friendly, educational environment? We are looking for a part-time administrator to provide support to our HR and payroll functions based at our attractive offices in Grafton. This is a part-time role (15 hours per week) with some flexibility to negotiate how these hours are work.
This is a role with variety to keep you busy and challenged so you need to be well-organised and prepared to be flexible. You’ll need to be confident handling sensitive information, communicating with a range of stakeholders, and staying on top of multiple priorities with accuracy and discretion. Key responsibilities include supporting recruitment processes, staff onboarding and offboarding, payroll data entry and checking, compliance documentation, and maintaining accurate personnel records.
About You
You’ll bring a proactive and professional approach to your work and thrive in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Excellent communication skills – written and verbal
- Strong attention to detail – accuracy is essential in this role
- Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office)
- A team-focused mindset – willing to pitch in and support others
- Experience in HR or payroll administration is desirable but not essential if you have the right attitude and willingness to learn
About Us
Northern Health School is a unique and compassionate learning environment dedicated to supporting students who are too unwell to attend their regular school. School management and administration is predominantly based in Auckland with other school locations in centres throughout the North Island from Kaitaia to Gisborne, Taupo and Taranaki.
Northern Health School promotes the values of Te Tiriti o Waitangi within the culture of our school.
A full clean New Zealand driving licence and police check are necessary for this role.
Close date for application: 9 July 2025
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Northern Health School
Northern Health School is a Ministry of Education funded school set up with the aim of maintaining the education of students who are unable to attend their regular school due to their high health needs. A nurturing school for students with health issues.
We have two tasks:
- Support student learning
- Assist students to return to their regular school as their health allows
We are one of three New Zealand health schools providing community and hospital based teaching to school aged students who are too unwell to attend their regular school.
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Teacher South Auckland Unit
Casual Relief
Commencing ASAP
We invite applications from experienced teachers with a strong curriculum knowledge and an understanding of NCEA who are interested in casual hours to provide cover when a teacher is absent. Possibility of longer-term relief work in Term 2 while a permanent position is recruited.
Applicants must be NZ fully registered. Recent experience teaching the New Zealand curriculum preferred.
Northern Health School is a Ministry of Education funded school with school units in centres throughout the north island from Kaitaia to Gisborne, Taupo and Taranaki. We provide education and transition support for year 0-14 students whilst ill health prevents them attending their regular school.
Teachers work with students across a spectrum of years and subjects on either an individual basis or in small groups. Depending on the health and education needs of the student, teachers may provide the whole education programme; an education programme in association with the student’s regular school or a programme in association with Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (The Correspondence School).
The successful applicant will be:
- A fully registered teacher with a highly developed knowledge of Te Mātaiaho (the refreshed NZ curriculum)
- Empathetic, flexible and have a strong interest in pastoral care
- Able to build strong relationships with students, whānau and key stakeholders
- Able to uphold professional and ethical boundaries
- Confident working with students from year 0 to year 14
Full NZ driving licence and own vehicle (reimbursed as per collective) essential for this position as the teacher may need to use their private vehicle for community travel if a school car is unavailable.
Giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi is embedded in our strategic plan.
Note – suitable applications may be progressed before the closing date as we welcome having more than one casual relief teacher to call on.
Closing date for applications: 27 June 2025
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Auckland South Unit
The Auckland region is serviced by several NHS units.
The Auckland South team is located in a dedicated building within the grounds of Kauri Flats School, 181 Walters Road, Takanini. This unit covers the wider South Auckland region, north to Mt Wellington, south to Te Kauwhata and east to Beachlands.
NHS Auckland South unit teachers work with school age students in the community who meet Northern Health School admission criteria. Education programmes are planned in association with staff of the student’s regular school and may include Te Aho O Te Kura Pounamu (Correspondence School) subjects. An ILP (Individual Learning Plan) is developed for each student in association with their school of enrolment, parents and any others who may be involved in their wellbeing.
NHS teachers visit students in their homes and, depending on their health needs, students may attend NHS student support centre or their school of enrolment on a part time basis. When the time is appropriate, the NHS teacher will help transition student back to school on a full time basis.
When visiting students in the community teachers have the use of a NHS vehicle; however should a vehicle be unavailable, teachers will be expected to use their own vehicle and be reimbursed according to the teacher’s collective agreement.
ICT is an integral part of Northern Health School’s administration, programme development and student record activities. Teachers in all of our units must be prepared to use ICT extensively in the course of their work.
Teachers are responsible to unit associate principal and supported by a teacher aide/office administrator.
Download the full job description