Leader of learning

Papatoetoe Central School; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary education institution in Auckland is seeking an aspiring middle leader to start in 2026. The ideal candidate is passionate about teaching and mentoring, organized, and has strong interpersonal skills. The role offers flexibility in year level assignment, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment. Interested candidates should contact the Principal via email.

Benefits

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Passionate about teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Motivated and organized individual.
• Effective in coaching and mentoring others.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support teams in a flexible and adaptable environment.
• Contribute to the school's vision of empowered learners.
• Nurture and enable teachers to be effective educators.

Skills

Coaching and mentoring

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Passion for teaching

Job description

Overview

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Syndicate leader. English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts. 2MU & 0.2 release

Due to restructuring, Papatoetoe Central School has an opportunity for an up-and-coming, energised, and aspiring middle leader: several team leader vacancies for a 2026 start.

Our vision is “Empowered Learners Contributing to Communities.” Are you a Leader who has a passion to grow others in their practice? Are you versed in coaching/mentoring to support others?

Are you highly motivated, organised, and passionate about teaching, learning and assessment? Do you have positive and effective interpersonal skills? You are the person we are looking for!

Due to the flexibility and adaptability in our existing team, the year level for this role is negotiable. Please state your preferred Phase.

Our school is invested in its amazing learners. We are well-resourced and organised, and focused on nurturing and enabling teachers to be effective educators and leaders.

Our team is supportive, collaborative and friendly, passionate and enthusiastic, and encouraged to inquire and innovate. Our students are polite, considerate and sensible; settled and focused on learning; and always ready to put a smile on your face! Interested in applying or finding out more? Send an email to the Principal, Raj Dullabh: [e-mail]

Subjects

• English
• Health and physical education
• Learning languages
• Mathematics and statistics
• Science
• Social sciences
• Technology
• Te reo Māori
• The arts

How to apply

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to: [e-mail]