Principal Leader: Equity, Community & Nature‑Driven School

Waterlea Public School; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterlea Public School in Auckland, North Island, invites applications for a dynamic principal to lead our Years 1–8, with a 50-acre farm, coastal habitats and a maunga on our doorstep.The successful candidate will inspire academic excellence, champion equity and wellbeing, build authentic partnerships with whānau and mana whenua, and provide strong, sustainable leadership. Commencement: 27 January 2027.

Qualifications

• Dynamic and strategic leader for Waterlea Public School.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion and student wellbeing.
• Ability to build strong whānau partnerships and community links.

Responsibilities

• Inspire academic excellence and set high expectations for every learner.
• Champion equity, inclusion, and holistic wellbeing of tamariki.
• Build authentic partnerships with whānau, mana whenua and the wider community.
• Embed Te Tiriti o Waitangi through culturally sustaining practice.
• Empower staff with strong leadership and sustainable governance.

Job description

Waterlea Public School in Auckland, North Island, invites applications for a dynamic principal to lead our Years 1–8, with a 50-acre farm, coastal habitats and a maunga on our doorstep.The successful candidate will inspire academic excellence, champion equity and wellbeing, build authentic partnerships with whānau and mana whenua, and provide strong, sustainable leadership. Commencement: 27 January 2027.