Waitakere College · Auckland
Teacher of Physics
SecondaryFull-time, Fixed-term (28 Jan to 2 Jul 2027)
Waitakere College in Auckland is seeking a full-time Physics teacher for a fixed-term maternity-leave cover from 28 January to 2 July 2027. The role requires teaching Physics through Level 3, confidence with technology, participation in the school’s Relationship Based Learning professional development programme, and extracurricular involvement; applicants must already have permanent New Zealand work rights.
- Physics teaching through Level 3
- Maternity-leave cover, Terms 1 and 2
- Relationship Based Learning professional development
- Permanent New Zealand work rights required
Closes in 8 days
Applications close 13 Nov 2026, 12pm.
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About the role
Full-time fixed-term Physics teaching role at secondary level, covering maternity leave from 28 January to 2 July 2027. Teach Physics through Level 3 and contribute to the science department, professional development programme, Relationship Based Learning, and extracurricular activities. Applicants may also identify other subjects they can teach.
What they’re looking for
- Physics teaching capability through Level 3
- Confidence using educational technology
- Contribution to professional development leadership
- Understanding or willingness to engage with Relationship Based Learning
- Involvement in extracurricular activities
- Permanent New Zealand work eligibility without sponsorship
About the school
Waitakere College is an Auckland secondary school and wharekura serving Years 7–15. The role is within its well-resourced science department.
How to apply
Apply by email through the school's advertised application address, with a CV including your New Zealand Teaching Certification Registration Number and category, and any additional subjects you can cover. Applications close 13 November 2026, with consideration and interviews taking place as suitable applications arrive.
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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
- 2 Jul 2027
- Subjects
- Science
- Listed
- 2 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“We are seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative Physics Teacher to join our dynamic, energetic and well-resourced science department to cover for maternity leave in Terms 1 and 2, 2027. Must have the ability to teach Physics up to Level 3.…”
The school
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 1,933
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 42 Rathgar Road, Henderson, Auckland
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