Deputy Principal - Junior Campus: Lead Teaching & Growth

Māruawai College; Southland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Māruawai College is seeking an outstanding educational leader to join our senior leadership team as deputy principal for the junior campus (Years 7–8). This role would suit either a primary or secondary-trained leader who is passionate about improving outcomes for young people through excellent teaching, strong pastoral care, and effective leadership.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed as we build on our vibrant learning environment across two campuses.

Qualifications

• Strong pedagogical leadership.
• Proven commitment to literacy and numeracy improvement.
• Builds positive relationships with students, staff, whānau, and community.
• Leads with integrity and cultural responsiveness.
• Thrives in a collaborative leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership of the junior campus.
• Curriculum oversight for Years 7–8.
• Oversee student achievement and staff leadership.
• Provide high-level pastoral care.
• Support school visits and engagement.

Skills

Pedagogical leadership

Literacy improvement

Numeracy improvement

Relationship building

Collaborative leadership

Education

Primary or secondary leadership background

Experience in school leadership

Job description

Māruawai College is seeking an outstanding educational leader to join our senior leadership team as deputy principal for the junior campus (Years 7–8). This role would suit either a primary or secondary-trained leader who is passionate about improving outcomes for young people through excellent teaching, strong pastoral care, and effective leadership.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed as we build on our vibrant learning environment across two campuses.