Teacher of social sciences - previous classics specialty

Burnside High School; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading coeducational school in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated Teacher of Social Sciences with a specialty in classics. This full-time, permanent position focuses on student engagement and achievement, alongside contributing to the school’s co-curricular activities. With effective staff support and leadership pathways, new teachers will be well integrated into the community. The role is set to commence at the start of term 1, 2026.

Benefits

Wellbeing programme

Leadership opportunities

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and motivated teacher focused on student engagement.
• Willingness to contribute to co-curricular activities.
• Experience in teaching classics is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach social sciences to students from Years 7 to 15.
• Engage students and enhance their achievement.
• Contribute to the school's co-curricular life.

Job description

Teacher of social sciences - previous classics specialty

Full time, Permanent

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

Social sciences

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

Waimairi-iri Burnside High School is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated teacher who is focused on student engagement and achievement. A willingness to make a contribution to the rich co-curricular life of the school is essential.

We provide new teaching staff with an effective induction into our community, value and support all teachers through our staff wellbeing programme, and offer pathways and leadership opportunities.

We are seeking an assistant teacher of social sciences, teacher of classics to commence at the start of term 1, 2026 (Wednesday 28 January 2026) or by negotiation.

You will join a high-performing, well-resourced faculty where you will be valued for your expertise and passion.

How to apply

Please send your cover letter, CV and completed application form and direct enquiries to:

Physical address:
151 Greers Road, Burnside, Christchurch