Pursuant to section 476(1) of the Education and Training Act 2020, I give notice that there is one current vacancy on the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand (“Council”).

The current vacancy is a new position created by a recent amendment to the Education and Training Act 2020. This is a ministerial appointment for three years.

When considering this appointment, I will

1. take into account the candidate’s ability to carry out the duties of a member of the Council and represent the public interest; and
2. have regard to the collective skills, experience, and knowledge making up the overall composition of the Council, including (but not limited to) the candidate’s knowledge and experience in any of the following areas:
1. education
2. governance
3. leadership experience and skills
4. financial skills
5. understanding of the partnership principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.

Those wishing to apply should email a cover letter and CV to Appointments.Mailbox@education.govt.nz by 26 November 2025.

Dated at Wellington this 18th day of November 2025.

ERICA STANFORD, Minister of Education.