Employment

Middleton Grange School is a Y1-13 co-educational State Integrated Christian School. All teaching and relief staff must meet our Special Character requirements and demonstrate a willingness and ability to uphold the Special Christian Character of the school as a condition of appointment and are expected to be involved in our extensive co-curricular programme. Support Staff must be willing to uphold the Christian Special Character of the School out of respect for the School.

Middleton Grange School is a community. Many staff remain actively involved well into their retirement years and others whose career has taken them further afield return to visit or resume teaching here.

Permanent & Fixed Term Staff

Teaching and Management positions are advertised in the Education Gazette in addition to this webpage.
Administrative and Support Staff vacancies are advertised among the school community via email; and Seek as and when required.

Vacancies 

School Caretaker/Groundstaff

The successful applicant will be reliable, hardworking and proactive, with experience in gardening and general property maintenance.

If this sounds like you, please apply by completing and returning the attached application form, along with your CV and cover letter to hr@middleton.school.nz  

Please note Police Vetting is a requirement for all Support Staff school employees.

Applicants must be willing to uphold the Christian Special Character of the School out of respect for the School.

Head of Middle School (Years 7–10)
Permanent, Full‑Time
Senior Leadership Team Position

We are seeking a Head of Middle School who feels called to servant hearted leadership, someone who desires to lead with integrity of heart and a skillful hand. Psalm 78v72.

Located in west Christchurch, Middleton Grange School is a high‑achieving Year 1–13, state‑integrated Christian school with a rich heritage. We seek a leader who is committed to equipping young people with the knowledge, skills, and character to engage thoughtfully with contemporary society and grow in their capacity to serve God and others.

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will support educational excellence through visionary, outcome‑oriented leadership. You will lead teaching and pastoral care teams to deliver a rich, well‑rounded curriculum.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Supporting and inspiring staff through collaborative, servant hearted leadership
  • Leading curriculum development and assessment practice across Years 7-10
  • Leading effective, data‑informed teaching and learning within a culture of high expectations
  • Promoting student engagement, welfare, and a sense of belonging, tūrangawaewae
  • Building strong, respectful partnerships with students, families, and the wider school community
  • Responsibility for pastoral care and discipline across the Middle School

The successful applicant will possess:

  • An active, personal Christian faith, a vibrant Christian walk, and a clear understanding of Biblical worldview teaching
  • Highly effective teaching skills with proven school leadership experience
  • Strong pedagogical understanding of learners in Years 7-10
  • A proven ability to build strong personal, community, and team relationships through collaborative leadership and exceptional communication
  • The ability to model Christian faith authentically in both leadership and daily practice
  • Closing Date for applications 9am, Monday 11 May 2026
  • Application Form: DP Head of Middle School Application Form 2026
  • Job Description: DP Head of Middle School Job Description 2026

Applicants must demonstrate a willingness and an ability to take part in religious instruction appropriate to [the] school are conditions of appointment.

If you sense God’s calling to servant leadership in Christian education and are passionate about guiding young people to flourish in character, excellence, and service, we warmly encourage you to apply.

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How to apply

  1. Apply in writing including
    1. completed application form
    2. cover letter and
    3. CV
  2. Email to hr@middleton.school.nz by the closing date and time indicated on the individual advertisement
  3. Candidates will be considered where the application form has been completed

Relief Staff

Please complete the application form below and return with your CV to the office@middleton.school.nz.

Relief Teacher Application Form 2026

You may make an appointment:

Relieving Years 1–6 Email Christine Buckley, Head of Primary School.
Relieving Years 7-13 Email Craig Utting, Associate Principal.