Science Teacher (Fixed-Term) – Inspire Students & Te Tiriti

Burnside High School; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnside High School in Canterbury seeks a dedicated science teacher for a fixed-term maternity cover from 27 January to 10 December 2027. The role requires teaching science across multiple year levels and supporting students to achieve their best within a high-performing faculty.

The successful applicant will demonstrate strong curriculum knowledge, effective classroom management, and a commitment to culturally responsive teaching and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, while collaborating with colleagues to

Qualifications

• Teach science across a range of year levels.
• Engage and motivate students through well-planned, inclusive classroom practice.
• Contribute to the wider faculty and the life of the school, collaborating with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Teach science across a range of year levels.
• Support students to achieve their best through reflective, student-focused teaching.
• Demonstrate strong curriculum knowledge and effective classroom management.
• Contribute to culturally responsive teaching and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Skills

Science teaching

Inclusive teaching

Curriculum knowledge

Collaboration

Job description

Burnside High School in Canterbury seeks a dedicated science teacher for a fixed-term maternity cover from 27 January to 10 December 2027. The role requires teaching science across multiple year levels and supporting students to achieve their best within a high-performing faculty.

The successful applicant will demonstrate strong curriculum knowledge, effective classroom management, and a commitment to culturally responsive teaching and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, while collaborating with colleagues to