teacher aide auckland north permanent

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Permanent part-time (min 20 hours per week) to full time negotiable
Commencing Term 1, 2026

Northern Health School is seeking a compassionate, capable, and motivated Teacher Aide to join our supportive and dedicated team. This is a permanent position during term time only (school holidays are unpaid). Hours are negotiable full-time or part-time (minimum 20 hours). Preferred working days for part-time hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, with some flexibility available.

As a Teacher Aide, you will work alongside experienced teachers to support the individual learning needs of students/ākonga. This role includes assisting with curriculum delivery, preparing classroom resources, and working directly with students under the guidance of a team of teachers. The work is rewarding and meaningful as you’ll be making a genuine difference in the lives of young people experiencing health challenges.

About Us

Northern Health School is a Ministry of Education-funded school that provides education and transition support for Year 0–14 students whose health conditions prevent them from attending their regular schools. We are a large, geographically dispersed school with sites across the North Island, from Gisborne and Taranaki to the far north (Kaitaia).

Key Attributes and Skills

We are looking for someone who brings:
Empathy, warmth, and the ability to build strong, respectful relationships with students.
Initiative, adaptability, and a willingness to support students’ diverse needs.
Excellent communication skills in both spoken and written English.
Confidence and proficiency in digital tools including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
Professionalism and a clear understanding of ethical boundaries.
A positive, team-focused attitude and a desire to help ākonga succeed and build confidence.

Additional Information

A full, clean New Zealand driver licence is required.
Appointment is subject to a police vetting process.
Northern Health School actively upholds the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and values inclusivity in all aspects of our work.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a kaupapa that supports some of the most vulnerable young people in our education system. If you are passionate about education, enjoy working collaboratively, and thrive in a varied and meaningful role, we would love to hear from you.

Close date for application: 30 November 2026

Auckland North unit

The Auckland region is serviced by several NHS units and includes Starship and KidzFirst hospitals.

The Auckland North unit is located in Apollo Drive, Rosedale. Teachers cover the area north of Auckland city harbour bridge to Long Bay / Albany.

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 the 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 the unit Associate Principal and supported by a teacher aide/office administrator

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