Enable job alerts via email!
Deputy Principal (pastoral & learning support lead)
Amberley School
Canterbury
On-site
NZD 80,000 - 100,000
Full time
Job summary
A vibrant community-focused school in Canterbury is seeking an inspiring Deputy Principal to lead pastoral care and learning support programs. The ideal candidate will build positive relationships and be an advocate for student well-being. A commitment to inclusive education and knowledge of Te Ao Māori will be advantageous. This full-time, permanent role offers a chance to make a significant impact in a nurturing environment.
Qualifications
- Must have a strong commitment to culturally responsive practice.
- Developing knowledge of Te Ao Māori is an advantage.
- Experience in pastoral care and learning support is essential.
Responsibilities
- Lead the school’s pastoral care systems as the SENCO.
- Oversee learning support programs.
- Collaborate with the senior leadership team.
Skills
Education
Job description
https://gazette.education.govt.nz/vacancies/1HAoQH-deputy-principal-pastoral-and-learning-support-lead/
Are you an inspiring and relational educational leader ready to make a significant impact? Our current DP is moving on having won their first Principal role.
Amberley School is a vibrant, community-focused school nestled in the heart of beautiful North Canterbury. We are committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every learner is empowered to thrive. Our school PRIDE values are at the core of everything we do.
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated deputy principal to join our collaborative senior leadership team. This is a pivotal role with a specific focus on leading our school’s pastoral care systems and overseeing our learning support programmes as our Special Education Needs Coordinator (SENCO).
The ideal candidate will be a leader who:
- Builds positive, authentic relationships with students, staff, and whānau with ease and genuine care.
- Is an unwavering advocate for student well-being, with a deep understanding of pastoral needs in a modern school environment.
- Is passionate about inclusive education and has the skills to lead and coordinate support for our diverse learners.
- Possesses exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, able to navigate sensitive conversations with empathy and clarity.
A strong commitment to culturally responsive practice is essential. A developing knowledge of Te Ao Māori and a commitment to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi will be a significant advantage in helping us achieve our vision.
Physical address:
2 Lawcocks Road, Amberley
Postal Address:
2 Lawcocks Road, Amberley, 7410
Suggested as they share a similar subject, location or sector. Learn more
https://gazette.education.govt.nz/vacancies/1HAoQH-deputy-principal-pastoral-and-learning-support-lead/
Amberley School Canterbury
Full time, Permanent
Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts
Minimum 3 Units
- Share
- linkin
Are you an inspiring and relational educational leader ready to make a significant impact? Our current DP is moving on having won their first Principal role.
Amberley School is a vibrant, community-focused school nestled in the heart of beautiful North Canterbury. We are committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every learner is empowered to thrive. Our school PRIDE values are at the core of everything we do.
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated deputy principal to join our collaborative senior leadership team. This is a pivotal role with a specific focus on leading our school’s pastoral care systems and overseeing our learning support programmes as our Special Education Needs Coordinator (SENCO).
The ideal candidate will be a leader who:
- Builds positive, authentic relationships with students, staff, and whānau with ease and genuine care.
- Is an unwavering advocate for student well-being, with a deep understanding of pastoral needs in a modern school environment.
- Is passionate about inclusive education and has the skills to lead and coordinate support for our diverse learners.
- Possesses exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, able to navigate sensitive conversations with empathy and clarity.
A strong commitment to culturally responsive practice is essential. A developing knowledge of Te Ao Māori and a commitment to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi will be a significant advantage in helping us achieve our vision.
Please send the application form, your CV, and/or direct enquiries to:
Antony Criglington (Principal)
principal@amberley.school.nz
(03) 314 8309
Vacancy link:
www.amberley.school.nz/a/hV1LTYp
Vacancy reference #: 1HAoQH
Listed 3:47 pm 05 August 2025 Closes 12pm 26 August 2025 Find out about writing CVs on careersAmberley School NZ
Type: Full Primary
Authority: State
Gender: Co-Ed
Decile: 0
Roll: 225
Website: http://www.amberley.school.nz
School number: 3276
ERO school report
View more on Education Counts
Physical address:
2 Lawcocks Road, Amberley
Postal Address:
2 Lawcocks Road, Amberley, 7410
View on map
Get new listings like these in your email Set up email alerts- English
- Health and physical education
- Learning languages
- Mathematics and statistics
- Science
- Social sciences
- Technology
- Te reo Māori
- The arts
- Full time
- Permanent
Te Kāpehu Riccarton School Canterbury
Full time, Permanent
Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts
Avonhead School - Rakipaoa Canterbury
Full time, Permanent
Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts
Bluestone School Canterbury
Full time, Permanent
Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Certificated teacher
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts
The Accessibility Game with Julie Woods (AKA That Blind Woman)
Te Rito Maioha
Energise: AI in Education
ImpactEd Limited
Leaders this is for you! One-Day AI in Leadership Intensive.
AI Surge
Suggested as they share a similar subject, location or sector. Learn more
All professional development29 January 2018
Kāhui Ako Local Curriculum Design Toolkit: new suite of design tools inspires conversation
A set of digital curriculum planning tools designed to help Communities of Learning | Kāhui Ako get up and running with their learning design for the new year i Read more
26 February 2018
2017 NCEA and New Zealand Scholarship results released
2017 NCEA and NZ Scholarship results were eagerly received in January, with more prestigious education awards and events on their way in the next few months. Read more
25 January 2019
Nationwide conversations on curriculum
A shared commitment to great curriculum learning outcomes for students saw educators from around the country getting together in 2018. Read more
The Accessibility Game with Julie Woods (AKA That Blind Woman)
Te Rito Maioha
Exploring Giftedness Conference 2025
New Zealand Association for Gifted Children
Leaders this is for you! One-Day AI in Leadership Intensive.
AI Surge
https://gazette.education.govt.nz/vacancies/1HAoQH-deputy-principal-pastoral-and-learning-support-lead/
'/%3e%3cpath%20d='M101.744%2012.4726L102.894%2016.1947L99.0021%2013.2201L101.744%2012.4726ZM105.3%208.40937H100.488L99.0026%203.59473L97.5116%208.41047L92.7%208.40385L96.5965%2011.3834L95.1055%2016.1942L99.0021%2013.2196L101.408%2011.3834L105.3%208.40992V8.40937Z'%20fill='white'/%3e%3cdefs%3e%3clinearGradient%20id='paint0_linear_5593_1381'%20x1='90'%20y1='9.44471'%20x2='99'%20y2='9.44471'%20gradientUnits='userSpaceOnUse'%3e%3cstop%20stop-color='%2300AD70'/%3e%3cstop%20offset='0.998594'%20stop-color='%2300B67A'/%3e%3cstop%20offset='1'%20stop-color='%23DCDCE6'/%3e%3c/linearGradient%3e%3c/defs%3e%3c/svg%3e){kind=small}
job faster
Follow us
