Assistant Principal

Elmgrove School; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Elmgrove School in Mosgiel, Dunedin, New Zealand invites applications for an experienced educator to join the senior leadership team as assistant principal. This full-time, permanent role includes 3 Management Units and one day management release each week in addition to CRT.

The successful candidate will work closely with the principal and leadership team to provide strong leadership in curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and professional learning, supporting high-quality teaching and improved

Qualifications

• Experience in senior leadership and as an assistant principal.
• Strong leadership in curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and professional learning.
• Proven ability to motivate others and lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Lead and appraise within the senior school (Year 5–6).
• Provide leadership in curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and professional learning.
• Collaborate with the principal and leadership team to support high-quality teaching and improved outcomes.

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Primary and intermediate (Years 1-8) / kura tuatahi, Assistant principal

We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and dedicated educator to join our senior leadership team as an assistant principal. This full-time, permanent role includes 3 Management Units and one day management release in addtion to CRT each week.

The assistant principal will work closely with the principal and leadership team to provide strong leadership in curriculum, pedagogy, assessment, and professional learning, supporting high-quality teaching and improved outcomes for all learners.

They will also have responsibility for leading and appraising within our senior school, Year 5 & 6. They willa relational leader with a commitment to professional learning, and a clear focus on equity and excellence. They will have the proven ability to motivate and encourage others and lead by example.

Vacancy reference #:1HAtpT

11:27 am08 September 2026

3.00pm30 September 2026

Elmgrove SchoolNZ

Physical address:
74 Argyle Street, Mosgiel

Postal Address:
74 Argile Street, Mosgiel, 9024