Social science teacher

St Andrew's College (Christchurch); Canterbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Canterbury is seeking a full-time Social Science Teacher for a fixed-term position from January to December 2026. The ideal candidate will be a certificated teacher with strengths in curricular and co-curricular areas, ready to contribute to a high-performing department and promote innovative educational practices.

Qualifications

• Certificated teacher qualified to teach social sciences.
• Demonstrated curricular and co-curricular strengths.

Responsibilities

• Join the social science department as a highly skilled educator.
• Contribute to innovative and reflective teaching practices.

Job description

Overview

St Andrew's College (Christchurch) Canterbury

Social science teacher

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 22/01/2026, End Date: 04/12/2026 (Leave cover)

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura; Certificated teacher; Social sciences

About the school and role

St Andrew’s College is recognised for our comprehensive curriculum and commitment to innovative practice in a rapidly changing environment. We balance our teaching and learning between a traditional and creative approach and seek staff who embrace change and new ideas. We seek a highly skilled and motivated educator to join our high performing social science department. The school promotes and enjoys a collaborative and supportive culture which envisages innovative and reflective teaching practice. The college is committed to the ongoing professional development of its staff and supports staff to develop leadership skills in curriculum and pedagogy.

What we are looking for

Please state curricular and co-curricular strengths.

Full-time, fixed term position, commencing Thursday 22 January 2026 finishing Friday 4 December 2026.

How to apply

Applications for this position close Thursday 16 October 2025.

For further information please contact Evert van Florenstein, Principal of Secondary School, on [phone] or email [e-mail].

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:

Physical address: 347 Papanui Road, Bryndwr, Christchurch

Postal Address: 347 Papanui Road, Strowan, Christchurch, 8052