Kaiako | Leaving to Learn

1 x Permanent position

Full time (1.0 FTE) (40 hours per week)

Can be based in one of Te Kura regional offices located in: Wellington, Palmerston North, Masterton, New Plymouth, Hastings, Rotorua, Gisborne, Wairoa, Tauranga, Hamilton, Auckland, Whangarei, Nelson, Christchurch, Dunedin, Invercargill or Queenstown

Ko wai mātou |About Us

Te Aho o Te Kura Pounamu (Te Kura) is New Zealand's largest school. We provide personalised and authentic learning programmes through distance education from early childhood level to NCEA Level 3, including to young adult and adult learners

Our vision is to enable our ākonga (students) to achieve their educational and personal goals, empowering them to become engaged and contributing members of their communities.

Ki te tī, ki te tā, ki te katoa – Anytime, anywhere, anyone.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi |Aboutthis position

The Leaving to Learn program is designed to give ākonga meaningful, hands-on experiences that connect academic learning with real-world application.

We're looking for a Kaiako who is eager to bring curriculum to life through partnerships, opportunities and experiences. In this role, you will work with ākonga, whānau and kaimahi to explore, reflect, and grow in unique and engaging environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Look after the following portfolios: Iti Rearea | Te Kura Representatives, Leaving to Learn Competitions, He Whai Taumaru teina – Leaving to Learn Yrs 0-10, Whai Wāhi Hākinakina | Kiwisport and waka experiences, Ngā Amorangi | Ākonga Leadership and voices.
• Design and facilitate with key groups of kaimahi in connecting learning experiences that align with curriculum goals.
• Contribute towards the local team environment and development of Leaving to Learn.
• Guide students in setting personal learning goals, reflecting on their experiences, and connecting their work to future aspirations.
• Create an inclusive, supportive learning environment that encourages exploration and personal growth.

Ko koe tēnei | About you

This is a unique opportunity to join a program that equips ākonga with the skills and confidence to thrive beyond school. If you're ready to inspire ākonga in a new way, we'd love to hear from you.

It is expected that the successful appointee will be:

• New Zealand teacher registration and a current practising certificate.
• Passionate about ākonga-centred learning and experiences.
• Skilled in building and maintaining community connections across and within teams.
• Experienced in providing termly reports on all portfolio areas.
• Strong communicator and relationship-builder with a commitment to fostering ākonga agency.

Ngā Uara o Te Kura | Our Values

At Te Kura, we live by our values:

• Manaaki — showing respect, generosity, and care
• Whanaungatanga — building relationships and belonging
• Tika — acting fairly and honestly
• Ākonga at the Centre — guiding every decision we make

Hei whakautu | In return

Te Kura will provide you with the opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive environment and work in a team that offers genuine work flexibility as part of an organisation that makes a difference to ākonga (students) across New Zealand.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

If this opportunity excites you and you're keen to join us on our journey to empower ākonga, click the apply button, we want to hear from you

Applications must be lodged via our career's website, and you must have the right to reside or work in New Zealand.

E hiahia ana koe ki te mōhio anō? | Like to find out more?

For more information view the position description above or contact Trudy Harrison, National Lead for Leaving to Learn via email

If you encounter any issues during the application process, please email

Applications close on 5pm, Thursday 30 October 2025