Whitby Collegiate · Wellington
Social Sciences/Business Studies, Economics Teacher
SecondaryFull time, PermanentBeginning teachers welcomePRT mentoringOverseas teachers welcome
Whitby Collegiate in Porirua seeks a full-time, permanent secondary teacher for social sciences in Years 7–15, with teaching across accounting, business studies and/or economics. The role starts in the 2027 academic year and may suit beginning teachers, with PCT mentoring provided; mathematics teaching is an advantage. Applicants need existing New Zealand work rights without employer sponsorship.
- Social sciences teaching across Years 7–15
- Accounting, business studies or economics coverage
- Full-time permanent position from 2027
- PCT mentoring programme for beginning teachers
Closes in 10 days
Applications close 9 Oct 2026.
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About the role
Permanent, full-time secondary teaching position across social sciences for Years 7–15, with teaching in one or more of accounting, business studies and economics. The role begins in the 2027 academic year and includes participation in co-curricular and wider school activities. Beginning teachers are supported through a structured PCT mentoring programme with an assigned mentor.
What they’re looking for
- Social sciences teaching experience
- Senior expertise in accounting, business studies or economics
- Ability to teach mathematics is advantageous
- Willingness to contribute beyond classroom teaching
- Respect for the school’s special character
- Beginning teachers are welcome
About the school
Whitby Collegiate is an independent school in Whitby, Porirua, serving Years 7–15 as a wharekura. The school emphasises respect, resilience and excellence and has a special character.
How to apply
Submit an application with a cover letter clearly identifying your senior specialist subject areas. Applications close on 9 October 2026; applicants must hold an eligible New Zealand work status without employer sponsorship.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Subjects
- Social sciences
- Listed
- 21 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“We are seeking an enthusiastic, student-centred teacher to join our dynamic and supportive social sciences learning area. The role will involve teaching across social sciences, with coverage in one or more of accounting, business studies, and economics. Please state your…”
The school
- Type
- Secondary (Year 7-15)
- Authority
- Private : Fully Registered
- Students
- 353
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 2 Starboard Lane, Whitby, Porirua
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