Catholic School Principal: Inspire Growth & Unity

St Patrick's School (Napier); Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

St Patrick's School Napier invites applications from a skilled Catholic leader to guide a vibrant primary through growth and change. The role focuses on faith-filled leadership, strong curriculum expertise, and strategic direction to support both students and staff.

The successful tumuaki/principal will uphold the school’s Catholic character while fostering unity of purpose and high standards of teaching and learning in a supportive Catholic community.

Qualifications

• Be a committed Catholic leader who upholds the dignity of every person.
• Safeguard and strengthen the school's Catholic special character and charism.
• Support spiritual, academic, social, emotional and physical development of every student and staff member.
• Give effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, value cultural diversity and strengthen inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Be a committed Catholic leader who upholds the dignity of every person and participates actively in parish life.
• Safeguard and strengthen the school’s Catholic special character and charism.
• Support the spiritual, academic, social, emotional and physical development of every student and staff member.
• Give effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, value cultural diversity and strengthen inclusion.
• Support teachers confidently through curriculum and pedagogical change.
• Foster curiosity, motivation, creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving and independence in our students.

Skills

Catholic leadership

Curriculum leadership

People management

Strategic planning

Job description

St Patrick's School Napier invites applications from a skilled Catholic leader to guide a vibrant primary through growth and change. The role focuses on faith-filled leadership, strong curriculum expertise, and strategic direction to support both students and staff.

The successful tumuaki/principal will uphold the school’s Catholic character while fostering unity of purpose and high standards of teaching and learning in a supportive Catholic community.