Waimate High School · Canterbury
Social Studies teacher
SecondaryFull-time, Permanent
Waimate High School in Canterbury seeks a full-time, permanent Social Studies teacher for its Years 7–13 rural school. The role ideally suits someone able to teach NCEA Levels 1–3, empower young people, and contribute to wider school activities. The start date is not stated; applications close on 13 November 2026.
- NCEA Levels 1–3 teaching preferred
- Small rural school of 300 students
- Years 7–13 teaching context
- Full-time permanent position
Closes in 8 days
Applications close 13 Nov 2026, 3pm.
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About the role
Full-time, permanent Social Studies teaching position in a Years 7–13 secondary school. The role is within the Social Sciences department, with the ability to teach NCEA Levels 1–3 preferred, and includes involvement in wider school activities.
What they’re looking for
- Social Studies teaching experience
- Ability to teach NCEA Levels 1–3
- Commitment to supporting young people’s future pathways
- Willingness to contribute beyond the classroom
About the school
Waimate High School is a small rural school in Canterbury with about 300 students from Years 7 to 13.
How to apply
Apply by email with a CV and cover letter. Applications close on 13 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Year level
- Years 9–13
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Subjects
- Social sciences
- Listed
- 30 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic teacher to join our Social Sciences department. Ideally the successful candidate will be able to teach NCEA Levels 1-3. The successful candidate will: have a passion for empowering young people and preparing…”
The school
- Type
- Secondary (Year 7-15)
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 289
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- Paul Street, Waimate
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