Our Vision:

Rere School will develop the whole child enabling

personal excellence.

Mot to: Rererunga/Flying High

Rere School Information Pack

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Contents

Letter to Applicants 2 Timeline 3 Information about the school 5 Person Specification 6 Application Form 8

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March 2021 Tena koe Thank you for your interest in the teaching position at Rere School. We are excited to offer you the opportunity to apply for this position! This rewarding position is ideal for a classroom teacher who loves the special characteristics rural schools offer and the challenge of teaching across year groups. The position is available due to our current classroom teacher taking the next step in her career. The school has a good record of strong levels of student achievement and positive Education Review Office Reports. The school is well placed for the future and is looking forward to rebuilding significant portions of the facilities in the near future. Please find included with this letter:

• An Application Form • An indicative timeline • A Position Description and Person Specification • Some Information about Rere School •

Applicants should provide: • A Resume/CV- Please ensure that this is up to date and relevant for the position. If shortlisted

for an interview, you will be required to bring verified copies of all documents referred to in your application/ resume.

• A completed Application Form (included in pack) • A covering letter outlining the relevant skills and experiences you bring to this position and

detailing “how you ensure children in your class achieve to their full potential”. • Applicants should forward the Referee Form to referees to complete and return.

Additional information about the school can be found at: http://www.rere.school.nz/, however we are in the process of updating this site so please revisit it if at first it appears out of action! Applicants wanting to make arrangements for a tour of the school should contact Linda Kermode at Rere School 06 867 0868 or email principal@rere.school.nz

Applications should be posted, or emailed to: Rere School Private Bag 7623 Gisborne, 4040 or principal@rere.school.nz

Applications must be received by 5.00 pm on 9thth of April 2021. Naku Noa Kerry Worsnop Board of Trustees Chairperson

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TIMELINE FOR SELECTION PROCESS 18 March 2021 Advertisement in the NZ Education Gazette 9th April 2021 Applications Close (Email receipt of application sent to each

applicant)

9th April 2021 Applicants Shortlisted 10th April 2021 Shortlisted Applicants Notified Referee Checks Conducted/Interview preparation Week of April 12 Interviews Conducted 16th April 2021 Successful and non-successful applicants notified

verbally and in writing Start date Term 2 2021 (or by negotiation) # The appointment panel reserve the right to alter this timeline in consultation with applicants as required.

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About Rere School: Rere School caters for year one to year eight pupils, comprising two multilevel classrooms. There is strong parent involvement and community interest in the activities and the life of the school. The school community includes three geographical areas: Wharekopae, Tahunga and Rere. Families are spread up to 35 kilometers in various directions from the school. Currently all the children travel to school by bus, with 3 bus runs serving the school. The school has four main buildings connected by a covered walkway. Two are classrooms. The third is used as a school library, music, drama and cultural room. In addition, the community fundraised for, and built, a community hall on the school grounds which is likely to be used as a classroom when a large part of the school is rebuilt in the near future. There is a large grassed playing field, a swimming pool, shade area, tennis court, senior and junior adventure playgrounds and a concrete play area adjacent to the classrooms. Rere School is an inclusive school and welcomes all learners in our community. We are committed to their engagement in all school activities and to their achievement. The Board of Trustees, Principal, Staff and Students are continuously striving to improve educational outcomes and to improve the learning environment. This dedication is being realized in both the student’s learning and the high quality resources and facilities that support learning. Rere School has been described as our community Marae and it is a focal point for our community. Parents are involved with Board of Trustee duties, classroom programmes, fundraising, pre-school, grounds maintenance, transporting children, camps, trips, pet days and sports. There is regular liaison with the local playgroup that meets at the school in the community room one morning a week.

Students numbers = 26, spread between two well-resourced classrooms, with a large proportion of students being in our years 1-4.

Staff = 5 (Principal, Principal Release (.5) Classroom Teacher (full time, permanent), 2 x Teachers’ aides/Learning support, 1 x Administrator, Cleaner, relievers by arrangement.

Our school is currently in a transition phase after having had long period of stability under our previous principal of over 10 years. We are currently undertaking the principal appointment process and hence our new classroom teacher will join a fresh new teaching team who will be fully supported to take the school to its next level.

Grounds maintenance is done largely by volunteer Board members and parents via working bees as we have been unable to locate a permanent grounds person. There is a budget available for grounds and maintenance should a suitable person be found.

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The school is serviced by two school buses that cover three route’s. The school has the contract for transport with the Ministry of Education under the Direct Resourcing Scheme. This is sub contracted to the Friends of Rere – a Charitable Trust that oversees and operates the buses.

Location:

Rere is situated inland from Gisborne. It is a 35 minute drive to Gisborne and is located 45 kilometers to Gisborne’s west. Gisborne offers all essential services. Rere offers a rare opportunity for a traditional rural education experience with all of the benefits that entails. The community offers a wide range of outdoor pursuits i.e. hiking, horse riding, hunting, fishing, swimming etc. The internationally famous Rere Rockslide, Rere Falls and Champagne Falls are 5 – 10 minutes further up the road. These beautiful natural features attract large numbers of visitors during the summer months.

Future:

The school is in the exciting position of being able to design and build a large part of the school. This process is in the initial phases. It will be a bespoke build with significant contributions by the staff, children and community in the design. This is an exciting time for the school and community and will set the school up well for the future.

There is a stable Board of Trustees in place. All are committed to supporting the school and developing their knowledge and expertise to provide quality governance to the school and Principal moving forward.

Student achievement is strong. The school has the ability, the resources and the budget to provide extra assistance and support to targeted students annually.

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PERSON SPECIFICATION

The successful applicant must have some recent experience in a New Zealand Primary School. The ideal applicant will demonstrate the following:

• An enthusiastic teacher, up to date with pedagogical practices that support improved student achievement outcomes, that has taught at primary year levels.

• Committed to creating fun and engaging learning that kids love and fully participating in

this with the children and staff.

• An inclusive, communicative, and collaborative team player who is able to develop strong learning focused relationships that support high levels of educational achievement with whanau, and students.

• A strong sense of personal and professional integrity.

• Organised, timely and possess the ability to correctly prioritise tasks and their time.

• An analytical problem solver that is also reflective and seeks continuous improvement.

• Models the school’s values and provides a positive public face of the school.

• Implements effective classroom management strategies that enable all students to achieve to their potential.

• Actively engaged in their own on-going professional development.

• Ability to manage concerns and conflict and solve problems effectively.

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Important Notes for Applicants Thank you for applying for this position at Rere School. Please ensure you have read the Position Description and Person Specification before completing this application.

1. Please fully complete this form personally. First, read it through, then answer all

questions and make sure you sign and date where indicated on the last page. 2. Attach a curriculum vitae (CV) containing any additional information, if necessary. 3. Copies only of qualification certificates should be attached. If successful in your

application, you will be required to provide the originals as proof of qualifications. 4. If you are selected for an interview you may bring your partner to the interview. 5. Failure to complete this application and answer all questions truthfully may result in any

offer of employment being withdrawn or appointment being terminated, if any information later found to be false.

6. All applicants will be required to give consent to a Police vet. a.) Applicants may not be employed as a children’s worker if they have been convicted of

a specified offence listed in Schedule 2 of the Vulnerable Children Act 2014, unless they obtain an exemption. The Criminal Records (Clean Slate) Act 2004 will not apply to these specified offences and these offences will be included in your Police vetting results.

b.) The Clean Slate Act provides certain convictions do not have to be disclosed providing: - You have not committed any offence within 7 consecutive years of being

sentenced for the offence - You did not serve a custodial sentence at any time - The offence was neither a specified offence under the Clean Slate Act 2004 nor a

specified offence under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014 - You have paid any fines and costs

Please note that you are not obliged to disclose convictions if you meet the above conditions but can do so if you wish. If you are uncertain as to whether you are eligible, contact the Ministry of Justice.

7. Shortlisted applicants being interviewed will need to provide originals of both a primary identity document (e.g. passport) and a secondary identity document (e.g. New Zealand driver license). A list of acceptable primary and secondary documents is available in the last sections of the Vulnerable Children Regulations 2015.

8. This application form and supporting documents will be held by the Board. You may access these in accordance with the provisions of the Privacy Act 1993. If you have any queries, please contact the person cited in the advertisement.

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Teaching Position Application Form 1. Personal information Circle: Mr Mrs Ms Miss Other________ Full name: Surname First name(s)

Previous Names: ______________________________________________________________ Reason for Change: _______________________________________________________________ Full Postal Address: _ ____________________________________________________________ ___ Contacts: Home phone Mobile phone

Business phone Email

Date of Birth: Place of Birth: Are you a New Zealand Citizen? Yes No If not, do you have resident status? Yes No Hold a current work permit? Yes No Where appropriate, please attach evidence of eligibility to work in New Zealand. Do you hold a current Full Driver’s License: Yes No Do you hold a current practicing certificate from the Education Council of Aotearoa New Zealand?

Yes No Please provide your registration number _____________________ Expiry Date __________ 1. Educational Qualifications Please state your last secondary qualification:

__________________________________________________________________________________

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Please state your tertiary level qualifications: __________________________________________________________________________________ Please state any other qualifications held that relate to the position: 2. Current/Most Recent Employment Position: Date appointed: Name of employer:__________________________________________________________________________ Location: Immediate supervisor/employer: Name: Position: Add contact details if not used as a referee: Address: Phones: Work

Home

3. Employment History Please outline your complete employment history from most recent to oldest. Reason for leaving must be completed for all positions held - or detail in your CV.

Period worked (from – to)

Employers name Position held Reason for leaving

Period worked (from – to)

Employers name Position held Reason for leaving

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For the purpose of compliance with the Privacy Act 1993, do you consent to the Rere School Board of Trustees contacting your present employer for the purpose of reference checking?

Yes No 4. Medical / Health • Have you had any injury or medical condition caused by gradual process, disease or infection, such

as occupational overuse syndrome or chronic fatigue, stress or repetitive strain injuries, which the tasks of this job may aggravate or contribute to? If yes please elaborate:

Yes No _______________________________________________________________________________

• Do you have any other known condition that may affect your ability to carry out the duties and responsibilities outlined in the job description? If yes, please provide the details.

• Do you agree to a medical examination if required? Yes No • Do you use recreational drugs Yes No • Do you agree to a pre-employment drug test Yes No 5. Convictions (a) Have you ever received a police diversion for an offence? Yes No

(b) Have you ever been discharged without conviction for an offence? Yes No (c) Have you ever been convicted of a driving offence which resulted in

temporary or permanent loss of license, or imprisonment? Yes No (d) Have you ever been convicted of any criminal offence? Yes No

(e) Are you currently awaiting sentencing/currently have charges pending?

Yes No

(f) If you have answered YES to any of the above, please provide details including: the date and details of the offence, the penalty, or reason, together with any comments you may wish to make.

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# Please note: A board may not employ or engage a children’s worker who has been convicted of an offence specified in Schedule 2 of the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. The Clean Slate Act does not apply to schedule 2 offences.)

In addition to other information provided are there any other factors that we should know to assess your suitability for appointment and ability to do the job?

Yes No Please explain: __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ Have you ever been the subject of any concerns involving child safety? Yes No Provide details: __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________

6. Referees Please provide names, postal and email addresses, and phone numbers of three (3) referees, one should be either your current or most recent employer (Principal/Chairperson). One must be a current teaching colleague. The other referee must have known you in a work capacity in relation to education for at least 3 years.

Name Address Telephone Contacts

Capacity in which you know the referee

Please note: if you have included written references from people other than those recorded above, we may contact the writers of these references. 7. Declarations I authorise the board, or nominated representative, to approach persons other than the referee’s names I have supplied, to gather information related to my suitability for appointment to the position.

Yes No

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I authorise the board, or nominated representative, permission to access any information held by the Education Council of Aotearoa New Zealand (EDUCANZ), or any other educational organisation, including information regarding matters under investigation, to gather information related to my suitability for the position.

Yes No

I certify that: • The information I have supplied in this application is true and correct • I confirm in terms of the Privacy Act 1993 that I have authorised access to referees • I know of no reason why I would not be suitable to work with children/young people • I understand that if I have supplied incorrect or misleading information, or have omitted any

important information, I may be disqualified from appointment, or if appointed, may be liable to be dismissed.

Signature: _______________________________________ Date: ________________