Principal

Hutt International Boys' School; Wellington; On-site; NZD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Hutt International Boys' School Wellington in Upper Hutt seeks an inspiring Principal to lead our school into its next chapter. The role reports to the Board of Trustees and focuses on academic, social and cultural excellence for every student.

As a multi-denominational school affiliated to the Anglican church, our culture is underpinned by Christian values and core values of Honour, Integrity, Belief and Service. A trusted, visible leader will set direction and empower staff.

Qualifications

• You will champion the special character of HIBS, bringing knowledge and passion for the education of boys, along with leadership expertise within a New Zealand secondary school.
• A trusted, visible, values-led leader, you are an excellent communicator, known for setting direction and bringing out the best in staff and students.
• Agile in your leadership, you will be adept at leading through change, bringing rigour to solving problems, and a commitment to student wellbeing and success.

Responsibilities

• Uphold the school vision and special character; focused on enhanced engagement and outcomes for students
• Enable a collaborative, high-performing culture where staff feel empowered to do their best work ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning
• Build and maintain community and sector partnerships, profiling HIBS locally and nationally
• Support the implementation of mātauranga Māori in teaching and learning and promote whānau-inclusive events

Job description

Hutt International Boys' School Wellington

Full time, Permanent

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Principal
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

Hutt International Boys' School (HIBS) is seeking an inspiring Principal to lead our school into its next chapter. Founded in 1991 and located in Upper Hutt, HIBS is a state-integrated school for 650 boys in Years 7-13. We have built a reputation for achievement, recording some of the strongest NCEA pass rates in the country.

As a multi-denominational school affiliated to the Anglican church, our culture is underpinned by Christian values and core values of Honour, Integrity, Belief and Service. We are looking for a leader who will bring these values to life, driving academic, social and cultural excellence for every student.

About the role

Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the principal will:

• Uphold the school vision and special character; focused on enhanced engagement and outcomes for students
• Enable a collaborative, high-performing culture where staff feel empowered to do their best work ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning
• Build and maintain community and sector partnerships, profiling HIBS locally and nationally
• Support the implementation of mātauranga Māori in teaching and learning and promote whānau-inclusive events

About you

You will champion the special character of HIBS, bringing knowledge and passion for the education of boys, along with leadership expertise within a New Zealand secondary school.

A trusted, visible, values-led leader, you are an excellent communicator, known for setting direction and bringing out the best in staff and students.

Agile in your leadership, you will be adept at leading through change, bringing rigour to solving problems, and a commitment to student wellbeing and success.

Why HIBS

• A proud school with a sense of identity and purpose
• A supportive Board and Senior Leadership Team
• A community that values faith, whānau and success