1. Application form
If you wish to apply, please complete the online application form via ‘Apply’ button below the position description.

2. Character Referee's Report
Applicants are required to have an active personal Christian faith. A character reference report is required from a Pastor or similar person, which indicates your present (or recent) involvement with a Christian church or fellowship. Please refer your Character Referee/s to this site where they can complete the online Character Referee's Report.

3. Professional Referee's Report
Professional references are required from a current or past employer/colleague/leader. Please ask them to complete a Professional Referee Report. This is additional to any character reference. Please refer your professional referees to this site where they can complete the online Referee Report.

4. Statement of Belief
Please refer to the 'Statement of Special Character' and the 'Statement of Belief' documents via this link. Successful applicants are required to sign the 'Statement of Belief' as part of their employment documents.

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Applications are invited for a passionate, innovative and enthusiastic teacher to join our Chapman team and teach in the Middle Primary  School. Must have a thorough understanding of the New Zealand curriculum. 

Applicants must:  

• Be in full agreement with our Special Christian Character;   
• Understand a Biblical perspective of discipleship  
• Be community focused – flexible, collaborative, willing to serve  
• Be a passionate, innovative and enthusiastic educator
• Have sound understanding of effective Literacy & Maths practice  

Please note: Employment is conditional on NZ Teacher Registration.

Position start date: 28th January, 2026

Applications closing date:  Monday 1st September, 9 am

We look forward to receiving your application.

Applications are open for Casual Teacher Aide positions, to be part of our Learning Support Department, and be available on a casual basis.

Key Responsibilities:

• A strong willingness to fully commit to the special Christian character, mission, and vision of Bethlehem College.
• Commitment to a life sustained by a vital Christian faith.
• Ability to work collaborate effectively within a team and follow the classroom teacher’s direction.
• Proficiency in aiding student learning and supervising their work.
• Strong interpersonal skills coupled with a professional demeanour.
• Willingness to undertake personal care tasks for students if necessary.
• Adaptability to diverse situations and tasks if required.
• Appreciation and respect the diversity, heritage, language, and culture of all students, their whanau and College staff.
• Demonstrated commitment to the principles of te tiriti o Waitangi, and willingness to make the effort to use te reo Māori in carrying out this role. 
• Completion of a satisfactory police vetting check is a condition of employment.

Key Qualifications and Skills:

• Post Secondary Certificate or Diploma in a relevant field or previous experience as an administrator or teacher aide in a school environment.
• Professional interpersonal, communication and strong problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in student information systems is desirable (however, training will be provided). 

Remuneration:
Grade B (Support Staff in Schools Collective Agreement – Teacher Aide)