Deputy Principal

Heretaunga College; Wellington; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Heretaunga College in Wellington seeks an exceptional deputy principal to lead instructional and pastoral outcomes, strengthening strategic direction and relationships with staff, students and whānau.

The role focuses on delivering high-quality teaching, culturally responsive leadership, and a mana-enhancing approach that drives sustainable school improvement and student achievement.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing the NZ Curriculum is essential.
• Current NZ practising certificate required.
• Proven ability to lead school improvement with restorative practices.

Responsibilities

• Champion an innovative curriculum aligned with the NZ Curriculum to create inclusive pathways to success for all students.
• Lead with strategic clarity, building high-performing teams through collaboration, accountability and shared purpose.
• Drive strategic transformation while embedding core values and a strong focus on student achievement.
• Communicate with authenticity and warmth to build trust with staff, students, whānau and the wider community.
• Demonstrate commitment to restorative practices, equity, and culturally responsive approaches across school life.
• Foster Te Ao Māori and a culture of belonging, honour, and partnership.

Skills

Educational leadership

Curriculum development

Strategic planning

Education

NZ practising certificate

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
6MU

We are seeking an exceptional, relational, and future-focused deputy principal to help lead Heretaunga College into an exciting new era of educational excellence.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a courageous leader who can drive meaningful, sustainable change in a mana-enhancing way, combining vision and empathy with high expectations and disciplined execution.

As deputy principal, you will:

• Champion an innovative curriculum that aligns with the New Zealand Curriculum, ensuring inclusive, equitable, and clear pathways to future success for all students.
• Lead with strategic clarity, building high-performing, cohesive teams through collaborative practice, inspiration, and personal accountability.
• Drive strategic transformation while embedding our core values, celebrating school culture, and holding an unwavering commitment to student achievement.
• Communicate with authenticity and warmth, building trust and deep connections with staff, students, whānau, and the wider community.
• Demonstrate deep commitment to restorative practices, equity, and culturally responsive approaches across all aspects of school life.
• Breathe life into Te Ao Māori, fostering a culture of belonging, honour, and cultural partnership.

Experience in teaching the NZ Curriculum is essential. Applicants must hold a current NZ practising certificate.

Visits to the school are welcomed.