Westlake Boys High School · Auckland
Head of Junior Science – Chemistry Specialist
SecondaryFull-time, Permanent
Westlake Boys High School in Forrest Hill, Auckland, seeks a full-time, permanent Head of Junior Science with a chemistry specialism, starting 28 January 2027. The role leads curriculum development for Years 9 and 10 and includes teaching chemistry at senior levels. Applicants must be NZ registered and hold residency or a valid NZ work visa; the position carries 2MU and 1MMA.
- Years 9–10 junior science leadership
- Senior chemistry teaching required
- Starts 28 January 2027
- 2MU and 1MMA allowances
Closes 1 Dec 2026
Applications close 1 Dec 2026, 12pm.
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About the role
This is a permanent, full-time position leading junior science across Years 9 and 10, with chemistry as the specialist area. The successful teacher will also teach chemistry at senior level and support curriculum development within the science faculty. The role starts on 28 January 2027 and carries 2MU and 1MMA.
What they’re looking for
- NZ registration and current knowledge of the NZ Curriculum
- Chemistry teaching experience at senior secondary level
- Experience and success in the specialist subject
- Strong curriculum knowledge
- Excellent organisational skills
- Collaborative and innovative approach
About the school
Westlake Boys High School is a state secondary school and wharekura in Forrest Hill on Auckland’s North Shore. The school describes strong achievement in sport, music and academics, including consistently high scholarship results.
How to apply
Email a CV, covering letter and completed application form to the school’s HR team. Applications close on 1 December 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Year level
- Years 9–13
- Role
- Certificated teacher
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Subjects
- Science
- Allowances
- 2MU + 1MMA
- Listed
- 3 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“Westlake Boys High School is seeking an experienced science teacher with specialty in chemistry to lead our junior science programme. Start date: 28 January 2027 Please submit your CV, a covering letter detailing your experience and successes in your specialty…”
The school
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 2,756
- Gender
- Boys School
- Address
- Forrest Hill Road, Takapuna, Auckland
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