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Awatapu College · Manawatu/Whanganui

Teacher of Social Science

SecondaryFull-time, Fixed-term (28 Jan 2027 to 25 Jan 2028)Beginning teachers welcome

Awatapu College in the Manawatū-Whanganui region is seeking a full-time social science teacher for Years 7–15, including state senior subjects. This fixed-term wharekura position runs from 28 January 2027 to 25 January 2028 and includes involvement in the school’s co-curricular programme. Beginning teachers are welcome to apply.

  • Social science and state senior subjects
  • Full-time fixed-term position
  • 28 January 2027 to 25 January 2028
  • Co-curricular involvement expected

Closes in 6 days

Applications close 11 Nov 2026, 12pm.

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About the role

Teach social science, including state senior subjects, in a growing department at Awatapu College. This is a full-time fixed-term position from 28 January 2027 to 25 January 2028, with involvement in the school’s co-curricular programme expected. Beginning teachers may apply.

What they’re looking for

  • Social science teaching across state senior subjects
  • Contribution to the school’s extensive co-curricular programme
  • Teachers able to work within a growing department

About the school

Awatapu College is a secondary school and wharekura in the Manawatū-Whanganui region.

How to apply

Email a CV and cover letter to the principal’s personal assistant. Applications close on 11 November 2026.

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The role

Sector
Secondary
Year level
Years 9–13
Role
Certificated teacher
Hours
full time
Tenure
fixed term
Starts
28 Jan 2027
Ends
25 Jan 2028
Subjects
Social sciences
Listed
29 Oct 2026

In the school’s words

“Teacher of social science (state senior subjects) required for our growing social science department. Involvement in our extensive co-curricular program expected. How to apply: Email your CV and cover letter to Mrs Dawn McDermott (Principals PA). pa@awatapu.school.nz”

The school

Type
Secondary (Year 9-15)
Authority
State
Students
832
Gender
Co-Ed
Address
434 Botanical Road, West End, Palmerston North

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