Reminder:![]()
This Friday 22nd Sept is the last day of Term 3. School will finish at 2pm. ![]()
Term 4 starts Mon 9th Oct.
Hi Parents & Caregivers,![]()
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We have just been notified by NZEI that there will be Paid Union meetings for teachers this Wednesday 31 May 1-3pm. ![]()
This is so that they can discuss a new offer from the Government as part of the collective agreement negotiations.![]()
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To support our teachers we are asking that you pick up your child at 12.30pm.![]()
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Due to the late notice we will be providing limited supervision at school for any child who can't be picked up early.![]()
If you are unable to pick up your child early you must email the office at:![]()
admin@chaucer.school.nz![]()
Include your child's name & class number.![]()
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If you have any questions please email or call the office on 09 6266699![]()
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Thank you for your support![]()
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Michael Fletcher![]()
Principal
Caretaker role ![]()
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We have an opportunity for a self-motivated caretaker to join the ‘Chaucer Family’. Applicant will be required to undertake a range of maintenance tasks including caretaking of the school buildings and grounds along with gardening and some mowing. ![]()
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Requirements:![]()
- Be fit and hard working![]()
- Able to work independently![]()
- Takes pride in their work.![]()
- Willing and able to relate well and work with all members of the school community including the Principal, staff and students.![]()
- Liaise with tradespeople![]()
- Preference given to a person who has industry training / skills / experience in building / plumbing / electrical work. Would be advantageous to be IT literate.![]()
- Open and lock up school![]()
- Hours of work: 28 hours per week (base hours)![]()
- Position to start by negotiation (subject to police vetting). ![]()
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Visits are welcome. If you think you have the skills and attitude we are looking for, or know of someone please send CV and the names of three referees to: admin@chaucer.school.nz
Hi Parents & Caregivers,![]()
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We have been informed by NZEI that teachers & Principals will be striking on Thursday 16 March.![]()
As most of our teachers are members of NZEI we have made the decision to close the school on that day.![]()
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This from NZEI:![]()
Members have voted to strike because the funding for our schools is not sufficient to give teachers and principals the time and resources to teach. More resourcing is needed to ensure that:![]()
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*all of our tamariki thrive, and![]()
*we can retain our quality educators and school leaders in the sector.![]()
We fully support the teachers in this action.![]()
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Best wishes,![]()
Michael Fletcher ![]()
Principal Chaucer School