Rural Primary Principal — Lead Learning & Community

Ngakonui Valley School; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ngakonui Valley School, Taumarunui, is seeking a Principal to provide steady leadership for a rural full primary community. This role will work with staff, the board, whānau and wider community to grow learning and teaching.

The successful candidate will bring strong curriculum knowledge, high expectations for every learner, and visible, approachable leadership, with support from curriculum advisers and an engaged board.

Qualifications

• Excellent curriculum knowledge and high learning expectations.
• Ability to collaborate with staff, board, whānau and community.
• Visible, approachable leadership and relationship-building with diverse stakeholders.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and use of curriculum advisers and leadership support.

Responsibilities

• Lead teaching and learning across Years 1–15.
• Work with staff, board and whānau to raise achievement.
• Build trust and strong relationships with the community.
• Provide strategic direction and implement school programmes.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Leadership

Relationship building

Community engagement

Education

Experience in school leadership

Educational leadership qualification

Job description

Ngakonui Valley School, Taumarunui, is seeking a Principal to provide steady leadership for a rural full primary community. This role will work with staff, the board, whānau and wider community to grow learning and teaching.

The successful candidate will bring strong curriculum knowledge, high expectations for every learner, and visible, approachable leadership, with support from curriculum advisers and an engaged board.