Kelston Boys' High School · Auckland
Science Head of Department
SecondaryFull time, Permanent
The full-time permanent Science Head of Department role is at Kelston Boys’ High School, a state boys’ school in West Auckland, starting Term 1, 2027. The successful teacher will lead curriculum planning, mentor staff and teach across junior and senior classes in Years 9–13; Physics is preferred but not essential, with three permanent MUs and one permanent MMA.
- Starts Term 1, 2027
- Years 9–13 teaching required
- Physics preferred, not essential
- Three permanent MUs and one MMA
Closes in 7 days
Applications close 13 Nov 2026, 5pm.
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About the role
Permanent, full-time Science Head of Department from Term 1, 2027, leading teaching and learning across junior and senior secondary classes. The role includes curriculum development, staff mentoring, collaborative work to improve achievement, and participation in co-curricular activities. Physics teaching is preferred but not required. The position includes three permanent management units and one permanent middle-management allowance.
What they’re looking for
- Science teaching across junior and senior year levels
- Leadership of curriculum planning and departmental development
- Ability to mentor and support teaching colleagues
- Student-centred teaching focused on achievement
- Strong relationships with students, whānau and colleagues
- Organisation, collaboration and commitment to improvement
About the school
Kelston Boys’ High School is a state boys’ secondary school in West Auckland with more than 800 students in Years 9–13. Established in 1963, it has a diverse student community and offers academic, sporting, cultural and vocational pathways, guided by values of Excellence, Resilience, Respect and Family.
How to apply
Applications close on 13 November 2026. Application instructions and contact details are not provided in the listing.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Year level
- Years 9–13
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Subjects
- Science
- Allowances
- 3 Permanent Management Units (MUs) 1 Permanent Middle-management Allowance (MMA)
- Listed
- 16 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Starting Term 1, 2027 About the role Kelston Boys’ High School is a state boys’ secondary school in West Auckland, providing education for 800+ students in Years 9–13. We are seeking an innovative, skilled and enthusiastic teacher to lead our…”
The school
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 788
- Gender
- Boys School
- Address
- Archibald Road, New Lynn, Auckland
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