Deputy Principal - Relational, Student-Centred Leader

Tuakau School; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Tuakau Primary School in Auckland seeks an exceptional educational leader to join our senior leadership team and work alongside our tumuaki to continue the positive direction of our kura.

You will be relational, visible, and courageous; bring a strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, excellent relational skills, and a student-centred approach that prioritises wellbeing and achievement. The role is embedded in the Tuakau community, with strong whānau engagement.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally responsive practice.
• Excellent relational skills and ability to connect with people.
• Confidence as an educational leader with a commitment to high-quality teaching and learning.
• Student-centred approach that values wellbeing and achievement.

Responsibilities

• Join senior leadership team to continue positive direction and momentum.
• Be highly visible and actively involved in kura life.
• Lead and support staff, students and whānau to improve wellbeing and achievement.
• Contribute to strategic direction and build trust within the school community.

Skills

Educational leadership

People leadership

Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Job description

Tuakau Primary School in Auckland seeks an exceptional educational leader to join our senior leadership team and work alongside our tumuaki to continue the positive direction of our kura.

You will be relational, visible, and courageous; bring a strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, excellent relational skills, and a student-centred approach that prioritises wellbeing and achievement. The role is embedded in the Tuakau community, with strong whānau engagement.