Job Description

Inspire the next generation of young women — Junior School Teacher (Years 4 - 6)

At Diocesan School for Girls, we are dedicated to nurturing young women who are curious, courageous, and empowered to shape their futures.

We are seeking an inspiring and committed Junior School teacher to join our exceptional teaching team. In this fixed-term role covering parental leave, you’ll have the opportunity to shape student learning in a supportive, well-resourced, and future-focused environment — where ideas are valued, student wellbeing is prioritised, and excellence is a shared goal.  

Our Junior School is an IB World School delivering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) where inquiry and conceptually learning flourish.

Mō te tūranga: About the role  
• Passionate about inspiring learners and helping every student reach their potential
• Confident teaching from Years 4 to 6, the exact year level is yet to be decided.
• Committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Available to start in Term 1, 2027

Ngā pūkenga me whai:  We’re looking for someone who is:
• Knowledgeable across the New Zealand curriculum
• Energetic, enthusiastic and self motivated
• A positive, productive team player
• Primary trained, with current New Zealand Teacher Registration
• Committed to ongoing professional learning
• Ideally with PYP experience (training and support will be provided for those new to the programme)

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer:
Diocesan School for Girls is a high-performing independent Anglican school located in Epsom, Auckland. Our students are motivated and supported to excel academically, creatively, and personally.

Staff benefit from:
• Competitive remuneration
• Access to a fitness centre, pool, and physiotherapy services
• Extensive opportunities for professional and personal development
• A warm and inclusive culture, with regular social events and wellness initiatives
• Covered parking for cars, bikes, and scooters (limited, first come basis)
• Beautiful, landscaped grounds and state-of-the-art facilities

Job Details

Job Location

Clyde Street, Epsom, Auckland

Job Classification

Subject Teacher

Job Status

Full-Time

Contractual Status

Fixed Term

Start Date
24
January
2027
Educational Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Experience Required

3 – 5 Years

Certifications Required

Valid NZ Teacher Registration

About the School

Auckland
Year 1 to 13
Anglican
Girls

Diocesan School for Girls

Clyde Street, Epsom, Auckland 1051

Principal:

Dr Sandra Hastie

Email:

office@diocesan.school.nz

Phone:

09 520 0221

School roll:

1724

Established

1904

How to Apply

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter via our website under the section Working at Dio. For any queries, contact our Recruitment and People team at recruitment@diocesan.school.nz

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Closing Date
12
September
2026