Principal / Tumuaki. Special Character position

St Ignatius of Loyola Catholic College; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A coeducational Catholic state-integrated school in Auckland is seeking a committed Principal to lead its development, ensuring the delivery of quality education that promotes holistic student development. The successful candidate will work alongside the Board to foster a culture of excellence and must be dedicated to the Jesuit Charism. This role begins on 20 April 2026 or sooner by agreement. Interested applicants should reach out for further information and application details.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a senior leader in education.
• Ability to lead a school with a focus on holistic student development.
• Commitment to the Jesuit Charism and Mana Mātauranga.

Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment and growth of a Y7-13 coeducational Catholic College.
• Ensure a culture of excellence in education and student development.
• Work with the Board to set strategic direction and vision.

Skills

Leadership

Commitment to Catholic education

Experience in educational management

Education

Relevant educational qualification

Job description

Principal / Tumuaki. Special Character position

St Ignatius of Loyola Catholic College – Auckland, North Island

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Principal

U6 (rising to U8 by 2028).

St Ignatius of Loyola Catholic College are seeking a principal | tumuaki to lead this Y7–13 coeducational Catholic state-integrated school situated at in the Franklin region at Drury Auckland. This is a companion school in the network of Jesuit schools in Australasia. 2026 is the 3rd year of the College’s establishment and will have Y7–11 students | ākonga with the roll growing to 900 in 2028.

We are seeking a committed and experienced senior leader who will, work alongside the Board, to continue its establishment with all year levels. They will ensure the continuation of a culture of excellence and pedagogy that promotes the holistic development of ākonga of conscience, competence, compassion and commitment. The successful principal | tumuaki will be committed to embedding the Jesuit Charism and Mana Mātauranga with the pervading philosophy of finding God in all things.

A willingness and ability to take part in religious instruction appropriate to the Special Character of the school shall be a condition of appointment.

The position commences on 20 April 2026 or earlier by negotiation.

Please contact Linda McQuade for further information and an application pack.

Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to:

St Ignatius of Loyola Catholic College

St Ignatius of Loyola Catholic College NZ
Type: Secondary (Year 7-15)
Authority: State : Integrated
Gender: Co-Ed
Decile: 0
Roll: 467
Website: www.ignatius.school.nz/

School number: 949
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