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Teacher of Physics

Cambridge High School

Full time, PermanentSecondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacherBeginning teachers welcome

Listed 28 Aug 2026 · Closes 21 September 2026 4.00pm

About the role

Cambridge High School (CHS) is a co-educational school, established in 1883, with a roll of approximately 1,800 students. Cambridge is in the heart of the Waikato region and has recently become a focus for elite sport with cycling, triathlon, kayaking and rowing establishing their New Zealand bases here. Cambridge High School serves the interests of the community incredibly well, meeting the varied academic, trades, cultural and sporting needs of our students. Places at CHS are highly sought after with families choosing to move into town to gain access to the school. This full-time permanent position commences Term 1 2027. An opportunity exists to join our science faculty as teacher of science with a specialty in physics with the ability and/or experience to teach NCEA Level 2 and 3. Our faculty is student-focused, collegial and supportive. The ideal candidate will be collaborative, future-focused and open to the opportunities provided with blended e-learning and the coming curriculum changes. The role is perfect for a teacher who is looking to effect positive change for teachers and learners in physics. An understanding of NCEA assessment is expected. The terms and conditions, including base salary, for this position is set by the Secondary Teachers’ Collective Agreement. The base salary for trained and registered teachers will range from $62,862 to $105,686, depending on applicant’s qualifications and experience. Individuals’ actual base salary will be established by a salary assessment once a role is confirmed.

Learning-area tags: Science

How to apply

To apply, download and complete the application form on our website and submit with a covering letter, CV and evidence of teacher registration. Paul McAvoy (Acting Principal) vacancy@camhigh.school.nz 07 827 5415

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School details

Type
Secondary (Year 9-15)
Authority
State
Gender
Co-Ed
Roll
1784
School number
142
Address
25 Swayne Road, Cambridge
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