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Teacher of Science

Burnside High SchoolScience
NZ, New Zealand
Australasia
Full Time
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed30 March 2026
ContractPermanent
PlatformInstitution Direct

About This Role

Burnside High School Canterbury

Teacher of Science

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

Science, Social sciences

  Suitable for beginning teachers
Listed 4:43 pm 19 March 2026
Closes 3pm 30 March 2026
Vacancy reference #: 1HArvn

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 part-time, fixed-term position, supporting high-quality teaching and learning within our science programme.  This role could also be combined with social sciences for a full-time position.

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.

How to apply

To apply, please click the link below.

Scott Haines, Principal
PO Box 29 677, Christchurch 8440
vacancies@burnside.school.nz
(03) 358 8383

Vacancy link:

Vacancy reference #:1HArvn

Listed 4:43 pm 19 March 2026
Closes 3pm 30 March 2026

Burnside High School NZ

School details

Burnside High School

Type: Secondary (Year 9-15)
Authority: State
Gender: Co-Ed
Decile: 0
Roll: 2582
Website:

School number: 319
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Physical address:
151 Greers Road, Burnside, Christchurch

Postal Address:
PO Box 29677, Burnside, Christchurch, 8440

Ready to apply?

Submit your curriculum vitae and relevant qualifications directly to the institution.

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Application Details
Application Deadline
Ongoing
Effective Date of Employment
Immediate / Flexible
Reference ID
2EE7B165