Teacher of Science

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

Full time, Fixed term, Start Date: 27/01/2027, End Date: 10/12/2027 (Maternity Leave)

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher
Science

This is an exciting opportunity to work at one of New Zealand's leading coeducational schools.

Burnside High School is seeking an enthusiastic and committed teacher of science to join our science faculty. This is a full-time, fixed-term position from 27 January to 10 December 2027, supporting high-quality teaching and learning within our science programme.

The successful applicant will be able to teach science across a range of year levels, with the ability to engage and motivate students through well-planned, inclusive, and effective classroom practice. You will contribute positively to the wider faculty and the life of the school, working collaboratively with colleagues and supporting students to achieve their best.

We are seeking a reflective and student-focused teacher who demonstrates strong curriculum knowledge, effective classroom management, and a commitment to culturally responsive teaching and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. The ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and whānau is essential.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive and high-performing school environment, with a strong focus on professional practice and student success.