Teacher of English|Social Studies

Full time, Fixed term,

Start Date:

20/07/2026, End Date: 15/12/2026 (Parental Leave)

Position:
Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher English

We are currently seeking applications for a highly motivated English|Social Studies Teacher in a fixed-term, full-time position to cover a staff member on parental leave from 20th July 2026 to 15th December 2026. The role is part of Rolleston College, a state secondary school committed to restorative practice, learner‑centred education, and collaborative learning.

• Deliver engaging and learner‑centred English (and Social Studies) lessons across years 7–15.
• Cultivate a positive learning community and collaborate with colleagues to support contextual learning.
• Provide mentoring and academic counselling to students within the whānau system.

• NZ‑registered teacher.
• Certificated in Secondary (Years 7–15) or equivalent.
• Proven experience of learner‑centred, collaborative, flexible and responsive teaching.
• Strong commitment to restorative practice and student well‑being.
• Excitement about working in a flexible, responsive learning environment.
• Ability to state all supporting subjects on application.

• Type:
  Secondary (Year 9-15)
• Authority:
  State
• Gender: Co-Ed
• Decile: 0
• Roll: 1977
• Physical address: 631 Springston Rolleston Road, Rolleston
• Postal Address: PO Box 86045, Rolleston West, Rolleston, 7658