Welcome to our recruitment information page
Thank for your interest in a role at Matamata Christian School. Presently we have one part-time Specialist Support Teacher position available.
Matamata Christian School is a State Integrated School with a Special Christian Character. Peria Christian Education Inc (PCE) are the owners and proprietors of the school property. Our proprietor has an integration agreement with the Minister of Education and ensures that the conditions of the integration agreement are met, which includes requirements around our Special Character, employment, property, and enrolment.
The schools employment policy requires that prior to being offered any teaching position at Matamata Christian School, staff confirm their acceptance of our Statement of Faith, definition of Special Character and our sacredly held beliefs”. You can find these details and more about Peria Christian Education Inc on this link and make your application on Form 1 below.
Specialist Support Teacher (0.1)
With a recent enrolment of a special needs new entrant student Matamata Christian School has an opportunity for a specialist support teacher to be part of our team to write learning programmes and support the development of this child.
There is the potential for some time to be added to fill the SENCO role in the school to the right applicant.
A successful applicant must have leading pedagogical practices, have an active interest in supporting special needs students, love to keep improving, be driven to help students grow and succeed, be relational and be someone who wants to be a part of a school with an outstanding reputation. Applicants must identify with and subscribe to our school’s Christian special character as a prerequisite to employment.
This position can be applied half a day each week or as one full day per fortnight.
If this sounds like you and something you would love to be a part of, we would love to hear from you.
The position starts as soon as possible.
Applications close Tuesday 5th August 2025 at 4PM.
Key Responsibilities:
A strong willingness to fully commit to the special Christian character, mission, and vision of Matamata Christian School.
Commitment to a life sustained by a vital Christian faith.
Ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
Ability and willingness to develop individual plans to grow a student with special needs.
Strong interpersonal skills coupled with a professional demeanour.
Willingness to work with a larger team, family and outside agencies.
Adaptability to diverse situations and tasks if required.
Demonstrated commitment to the principles of te tiriti o Waitangi.
The position closes on Tuesday the 5th of August at 4PM. Please apply online below.
Applications
There are three steps in the application process.
Download and complete the Application & Qualification form attached to the job, and upload it on the upload space on Form 1. (The completed application & qualification form is sent with the rest of Form 1) Remember to include your CV.
Complete Form No 1, and send. Submitted forms are directed to the Principal. Successful applicants may be shortlisted for an interview.
Request your Christian Character referee visit this page, complete Form No 2 and send it. (Your application cannot progress until the referees form is received)
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