Auckland · 1HAtPh
Principal - Commencing 2027
Ponsonby Intermediate
Full time, PermanentPrimary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Principal
Listed 14 Aug 2026 · Closes 18 Sept 2026
About the role
Current roll 580 | U6 Central Auckland Year 7 and 8 School
Lead a unique and innovative Intermediate School where every learner is known, challenged, and prepared for the future.
At Ponsonby Intermediate, The Ponsonby Experience is a personalised approach to Intermediate schooling that provides students with rich and diverse opportunities through a specialist teaching model. We are committed to equipping young adolescents with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes they need to thrive both now and in the future, while ensuring a successful transition to secondary school.
Guided by our vision of "Articulate, energised achievers; ready for the future," we seek an exceptional principal to lead our school.
Why Ponsonby Intermediate?
Our school offers:
A specialist teaching model across the curriculum A strong focus on student wellbeing and pastoral care Enrichment opportunities A wide range of extracurricular and co-curricular activities A positive, inclusive "Positively Ponsonby" culture Highly skilled and dedicated staff delivering engaging, high-quality learning programmes A supportive and future-focused board committed to working alongside a new principal
We're seeking a leader who:
Is a strategic and highly relational leader Will build on and strengthen the school's family-oriented culture Is an outstanding leader of curriculum, teaching, and learning Can further enhance student achievement, engagement, and wellbeing Demonstrates a commitment to innovation, excellence, and continuous improvement
An exceptional leadership opportunity
This is an opportunity to lead one of New Zealand's distinctive intermediate schools and further develop a successful specialist teaching model that places learners at the heart of everything we do.
We warmly encourage prospective applicants to visit the school. Details for arranging a visit can be found on page 7 of the Application Pack.
Commencement: Term 1, 2027, or by negotiation.
Learning-area tags: 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: Shiree Meikle 24 Manukau Road admin@educationgroup.co.nz 09 953 0523
Official Gazette listing ↗School details
- Type
- Intermediate
- Authority
- State
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Roll
- 589
- School number
- 1445
- Address
- 50 Clarence Street, Ponsonby, Auckland