International Teaching Opportunities - Expression of Interest

Expression of Interest – Graduate Secondary Teachers | New Zealand & Australia
International Teaching Opportunities | January 2027

UK • New Zealand • Australia

Ready to begin your teaching career overseas?

Talent Focus Education is inviting Expressions of Interest from recent Secondary Education graduates who are considering an international teaching opportunity for the January 2027 academic year.

Whether you are graduating in the UK, New Zealand, Australia or elsewhere around the world, we work with a network of schools across Australia and New Zealand that welcome passionate early-career educators looking to start their teaching journey in a supportive and rewarding environment.

Start Your International Teaching Career

Your first teaching role is an important step, and choosing the right school can make all the difference. Talent Focus Education supports graduate teachers by connecting you with schools that align with your teaching areas, career goals and lifestyle preferences.

From your first conversation through to securing your role, our team provides guidance and support throughout the process, including navigating registration requirements, preparing for interviews, understanding school expectations and settling into your new location.

Why Talent Focus?

Talent Focus Education is a specialist international education recruitment agency connecting teachers with schools across Australia and New Zealand.

We understand that starting your teaching career overseas is an exciting opportunity, but also a big decision. Our team provides personalised support, including:

Matching you with schools that suit your teaching areas, interests and career aspirations
Guidance through teacher registration and eligibility requirements
CV support and interview preparation
Advice around relocation and visa pathways where applicable
Ongoing support from your initial enquiry through to starting your new role

Our recruitment service is completely free for teachers.

Opportunities Available

We recruit Secondary teaching positions across all subject areas, with particularly strong demand for graduate teachers in Mathematics, Science, Technology and English.

Opportunities are available across metropolitan, regional and coastal schools in Australia and New Zealand, with permanent and fixed-term positions available for January 2027.

Some opportunities may include employer sponsorship, relocation assistance and additional support packages to help graduates begin their international teaching journey.

Who We're Looking For

We'd love to hear from recent graduates who:

Are completing or have recently completed a recognised Secondary Teaching qualification
Are eligible for teacher registration in their home country or destination country
Are passionate about starting their teaching career
Are open to experiencing life and teaching overseas from January 2027
Register Your Interest

If you’re a graduate teacher considering your first international teaching opportunity in Australia or New Zealand, we’d love to hear from you.

Submit your Expression of Interest today and one of our specialist consultants will contact you for a confidential discussion about your career goals and the opportunities available.

Talent Focus Education

Supporting the next generation of teachers to begin their careers internationally.