Teacher of social sciences

Ashburton College; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary educational institution in Canterbury is seeking a passionate teacher for social sciences. The role involves developing a curriculum that encourages 21st Century skills and requires knowledge of NCEA. Join during an exciting phase of curriculum change and growth at the school, situated in a vibrant community with recreational opportunities nearby.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience of teaching NCEA is essential.
• Ability to teach commerce or business studies may be an advantage.
• Passionate and future-focused approach in teaching.
• Skill in delivering a curriculum that develops 21st Century capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other teachers in cross-curricular programme development.
• Engage diverse learners with innovative teaching methods.

Job description

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

Social sciences

To commence at the start of the 2026 school year.

Please state specialist areas. Ability to teach commerce or business studies may be an advantage.

Knowledge and experience of teaching NCEA is essential.

We are seeking a passionate and future focused teacher to join our staff. The successful applicant will have the skill and enthusiasm to deliver a curriculum that develops 21 st Century capabilities with learners. They will be able to collaborate with other teachers in the development of cross-curricular programmes of learning that engage diverse learners.

The College caters for the majority of students in Mid Canterbury. We are forward thinking and in the process of redesigning learning experiences for our students. Over the coming years there is forecast roll growth as well as major rebuild work. This is an exciting time to join the school and be a part of curriculum change at Ashburton College.

We are a PB4L and Restorative Practices school and currently working to enhance culturally responsive and relational practices.

Set in the heart of Mid Canterbury, Ashburton is only an hour’s drive from the recreational hinterland of Mt Hutt ski field, lakes and mountains and from Christchurch city, while having its own vibrant community. With affordable housing and a wide variety of recreational opportunities, Mid Canterbury is a great place to live and work.

How to apply

Please send your letter of application, CV, and direct enquiries to:

Physical address:
27 Walnut Avenue, Allenton, Ashburton

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