Deputy Principal

Bayfield High School; Otago; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayfield High School in Otago, New Zealand, is seeking an experienced educator to join our senior leadership team as Deputy Principal.

The successful applicant will provide strategic leadership, uphold the school’s character, and ensure effective daily operations while supporting teachers and students in a diverse, inclusive community.

With a roll of about 550 students from Year 9–13, we value respectful, collaborative leadership and a commitment to excellence in teaching and pastoral care.

Qualifications

• An experienced educator with proven leadership.
• Commitment to student learning and pastoral care.
• Ability to lead complex school operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support senior leadership team.
• Uphold school values and character.
• Oversee daily operations and administration.

Job description

Secondary (Years 7-15) / wharekura, Deputy principal

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

5MU, 1SMA

We are looking for an experienced educator with a proven track record of effective leadership to join our senior leadership team. The successful applicant will play an integral role in upholding the character of the school and ensure the effective management of daily operations.

Bayfield High School is a state coeducational school of 550 students ranging from Year 9-13. Situated at the base of the beautiful Otago Peninsula and overlooking the pristine harbour, Bayfield is able to make the most of being part of one of New Zealand's friendliest cities.

We pride ourselves on our inclusive and caring culture and aim to provide a range of quality learning experiences in a warm and friendly environment.

Our aim is to maximise the strengths of individual students and their contribution to society, through excellence in teaching and pastoral care - we want our students to leave Bayfield as the best versions of themselves.

Bayfield's values are Respect, Integrity, Service and Excellence and these positive social and ethical values are emphasised in who we are and all that we do.

Our students matter and they play an increasingly active role in determining how Bayfield works.