Founding Operations Lead — Specialist School

Te Ohanui (Palmerston North Specialist School) (Proposed opening date: 2027-07-19); Wellington; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Te Ohanui (Palmerston North Specialist School) invites applications for an Operations Team Leader to help shape the systems, culture and strategic direction of our new specialist school opening in 2027.

Based in Palmerston North, you will oversee staffing coordination, timetabling, relief staffing, transport, health and safety, EOTC processes and core operations while leading a team of educators. A current NZ teacher registration and qualifications are required.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of complex teams and programs.
• Experience coordinating staffing, timetables and student transport.
• Knowledge of health and safety, risk management and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee staffing coordination, timetabling, and relief staffing.
• Manage transport, health and safety, and EOTC processes.
• Lead and support educators; work with whānau and external agencies.

Skills

Strong leadership

Systems management

Staffing coordination

Communication & relationship-building

Education

New Zealand teacher registration

Job description

Te Ohanui (Palmerston North Specialist School) invites applications for an Operations Team Leader to help shape the systems, culture and strategic direction of our new specialist school opening in 2027.

Based in Palmerston North, you will oversee staffing coordination, timetabling, relief staffing, transport, health and safety, EOTC processes and core operations while leading a team of educators. A current NZ teacher registration and qualifications are required.