Westlake Girls' High School · Auckland
Teacher of Biology
SecondaryFull-time, Fixed-term (28 Jan 2027 to 27 Jan 2028)
Westlake Girls’ High School on Auckland’s North Shore seeks a full-time Biology teacher for a fixed-term maternity cover from 28 January 2027 to 27 January 2028. The role is in the Science Faculty and suits someone experienced teaching Level 2 and 3 Biology, with culturally responsive practice and willingness to contribute to co-curricular activities. Pay follows the Secondary Teachers’ Collective Agreement.
- Level 2 and 3 Biology experience required
- Full-time maternity cover for the 2027 school year
- Secondary girls’ school on Auckland’s North Shore
- Commitment to mana ōrite mō te mātauranga Māori
Closes 30 Nov 2026
Applications close 30 Nov 2026, 4pm.
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About the role
Full-time Biology teacher in the Science Faculty, covering maternity leave from 28 January 2027 to 27 January 2028. The role includes teaching Level 2 and Level 3 Biology, contributing to co-curricular activities, and working under the Secondary Teachers’ Collective Agreement.
What they’re looking for
- Experience teaching NCEA Level 2 and Level 3 Biology
- Strong understanding of the Biology curriculum
- Ability to develop responsive assessment practices
- Commitment to mana ōrite mō te mātauranga Māori
- Cultural responsiveness in teaching and relationships
- Willingness to contribute to co-curricular activities
About the school
Westlake Girls’ High School is a secular state girls’ school of more than 2,000 students on Auckland’s North Shore. It offers secondary education from Years 7 to 15 and has a strong focus on academic, cultural, sporting and community participation.
How to apply
Submit a CV, cover letter and completed application form through the school’s advertised application process. Applications close on 30 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
- 27 Jan 2028
- Listed
- 2 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“Westlake Girls High School is a leading secular state girls’ school in New Zealand with more than 2,000 students, situated on Auckland’s North Shore and enjoys a reputation for excellence in academic studies, cultural & sporting activities as well as…”
The school
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 2,288
- Gender
- Girls School
- Address
- 2 Wairau Road, Takapuna, Auckland
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