Teacher of social science / humanities / business studies

Rangi Ruru Girls' School; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Rangi Ruru Girls' School is seeking a dedicated Teacher of social science/humanities/business studies for a full-time role beginning term 1, 2026. The school emphasizes relational practice, high teaching expectations, and a commitment to embedding Māori perspectives into all learning. With a supportive environment, the successful candidate will contribute to a culture of innovation and respect.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering social science/humanities/business studies education.
• Knowledge about NCEA and commitment to Te Tiriti.
• Strong professional relationship skills focused on student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of subjects including history, philosophy, social studies and business studies.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships focused on learning.
• Embed Mātauranga Māori into learning environments.

Skills

Relational practice

Differentiated learning

Literacy practices

Use of technologies and AI

Organisational skills

Education

Certificated teacher

Job description

Teacher of social science / humanities / business studies

Full time, Permanent

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

Social sciences

We require a dynamic and collaborative teacher who is strong in relational practice and knowledgeable about NCEA, to teach a range of subjects across the social science/humanities/commerce learning areas. This could include any combination of: history, art history, philosophy, classics, social studies and business studies.

We are looking for a full-time, permanent teacher to join our kura at the beginning of term 1, 2026. This great opportunity to grow your career in a supportive, well-resourced kura with aspirational learners. An interest in Scholarship is desirable.

You will be:

• Committed to honouring Te Tiriti and embedding Mātauranga Māori into your learning environments
• A teacher who has high expectations of teaching and learning
• Experienced in the delivery of social science/humanities/business studies learning
• Practiced at establishing and maintaining professional relationships that focus on learning and the wellbeing of ākonga
• Committed to embedding literacy practices into learning opportunities to aid learning in your subjects
• Adept at designing and executing differentiated learning in your subject areas
• Confident using technologies and AI to enhance learning experiences
• A teacher with strong organisational skills
• Aligned with our values of respect, aroha, endeavour and enthusiasm, generosity and integrity.

We are a school committed to safeguarding student welfare and safety, where all learners feel a strong sense of belonging, develop a strong sense of self, and are supported to be their best.

Successful applicants will be remunerated according to the appropriate salary step.

We welcome your application. Please state your specialist subjects and supporting subjects in your cover letter.

How to apply

Upload your cover letter and CV via the vacancy link.

Physical address:
59 Hewitts Road, Merivale, Christchurch

Postal Address:
59 Hewitts Road, Merivale, Christchurch, 8014

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