Deputy principal

Edmund Hillary School; Auckland; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary school in Auckland is seeking a dynamic deputy principal to join our leadership team. This role includes assisting in school management, leading curriculum implementation, and fostering relationships within the community. The ideal candidate should have proven curriculum knowledge in Literacy and Mathematics and excellent communication skills. We offer a supportive team environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Professional learning and leadership development

Supportive team environment

Focus on diversity and cultural identity

Qualifications

• Proven experience with curriculum implementation.
• Strong assessment and data understanding.
• Ability to nurture and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leadership and management of the school.
• Lead curriculum development and implementation.
• Foster relationships with students and the community.
• Deputise in the principal's absence.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge in Literacy

Curriculum knowledge in Mathematics

Communication

Relationship building

Flexibility

Job description

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Deputy principal

English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

Edmund Hillary School is seeking a dynamic deputy principal to join our leadership team. We are proud of our strong sense of whanaungatanga, manaakitanga, and the cultural richness of our community. This role is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of our school and support our students to thrive.

About the role

• Give effect to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Assist in the overall leadership and management of our school
• Collaboratively lead curriculum development and implementation of Te Mātaiaho, the refreshed NZ Curriculum
• Foster positive relationships with students, staff, whānau, and the local community
• Deputises in the absence of the principal.

We're looking for a leader who:

• Is approachable, nurturing, and an excellent communicator
• Has proven curriculum knowledge and experience, especially in Literacy and Mathematics
• Understands assessment, data, and effective pedagogy
• Builds effective relationships with tamariki, staff, whānau, and our community
• Shows flexibility, resilience, and humour in a dynamic school environment.

What we offer

• A collaborative, supportive team
• Engaged tamariki who love to learn, play, and create
• Professional learning and leadership development
• A school where diversity and cultural identity are valued and celebrated

How to apply

Please send your CV, and cover letter with contact details for 3 referees to:

Type: Full Primary
Authority: State
Gender: Co-Ed
Decile: 0
Roll: 209
Website: