Deputy Principal: Lead Senior School & Student Pathways

Talk; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Talk in the Hauraki–North Bay of Plenty area is seeking an experienced Deputy Principal to join the Senior Leadership Team of a well-established secondary school. This is a permanent, full-time role beginning in 2027, with scope to lead, influence and make things happen.

You will work with students, whānau and staff to support learners toward clear next steps, and lead the senior academic programme, including curriculum, assessment, reporting, NZQA quality assurance, and pathways for Years 11–13.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and experience of NCEA and NZQA quality-assurance requirements.
• Lead curriculum, assessment and reporting.
• Monitor student achievement and progress towards NCEA and University Entrance.
• Leading academic mentoring and pathway planning for Years 11–13.
• Developing timetables and senior-school schedules and events.
• Supporting and mentoring staff, and contributing to wider school strategy and planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead senior academic programme development and governance.
• Oversee NZQA quality assurance activities and derived-grade examinations.
• Monitor and support student progress toward NCEA and University Entrance.
• Coordinate timetables and senior-year schedules for Years 11–13.
• Support and mentor staff and contribute to school planning and policy.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Relational approach

Culturally responsive

Calm under pressure

Education

NZ practising certificate

Secondary leadership experience

Job description

Talk in the Hauraki–North Bay of Plenty area is seeking an experienced Deputy Principal to join the Senior Leadership Team of a well-established secondary school. This is a permanent, full-time role beginning in 2027, with scope to lead, influence and make things happen.

You will work with students, whānau and staff to support learners toward clear next steps, and lead the senior academic programme, including curriculum, assessment, reporting, NZQA quality assurance, and pathways for Years 11–13.