Assistant Principal

Cosgrove School; Papakura; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Cosgrove School is seeking an experienced leader to oversee the Senior Syndicate, ensuring robust governance, efficient operations, and a strong focus on data collection and presentation. You will lead strategic discussions, support staff, students, whānau, and the wider community, and foster a culture of excellence across the school.

In this role you will bring deep knowledge of the New Zealand curriculum, outstanding relational and leadership skills, and a collaborative approach to drive

Qualifications

• Experience leading school-wide teams and committees.
• Strong people management and mentoring skills.
• Proven ability to build partnerships with staff, students, whānau, and the wider community.
• Understanding of the New Zealand curriculum and assessment expectations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Senior Syndicate, ensuring it runs smoothly and effectively
• Ensure the school is well-organized with efficient systems
• Focus on data collection and presentation
• Conduct staff appraisals and mentoring
• Contribute to the ongoing strategic development of the school

Skills

Leadership

Management

Stakeholder engagement

Curriculum knowledge

Job description

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You will ensure the school is well-organized, with efficient systems, and a strong focus on data collection and presentation. In this key role, you will oversee the Senior Syndicate, ensuring it runs smoothly and effectively.

Key responsibilities

Oversee the Senior Syndicate, ensuring it runs smoothly and effectively

Ensure the school is well-organized with efficient systems

Focus on data collection and presentation

Conduct staff appraisals and mentoring

Contribute to the ongoing strategic development of the school

About you

Deep commitment to excellence

Robust management skills

Thorough understanding of the New Zealand curriculum

Excel in staff appraisals and mentoring

Outstanding relational and leadership skills

Collaborative leader who values strong partnerships with staff, students, whānau, and the wider community

Understanding of school culture is desirable

Willingness to uphold school culture is essential