Marlborough · 1HAtUN
Tumuaki
St Mary's School (Blenheim)
Full time, PermanentPrimary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Principal
Listed 19 Aug 2026 · Closes 24 September 2026 5.30pm
About the role
Classification: State Integrated, Co-educational Catholic School Starting date: Term 1 2027 St Mary’s School, Blenheim’s vibrant full primary Catholic school catering for approximately 180 amazing ākonga (Years 1-8) seeks an inspirational, faith filled and visionary principal/tumuaki starting Term 1, 2027. As our new educational leader, you will protect and promote our Catholic Special Character, champion academic and holistic excellence, and foster robust ties with our parish and wider Marlborough community. A willingness and ability to participate in religious instruction appropriate to the special character of the school is a condition of appointment. We are looking for an approachable, empathetic, and culturally responsive educator who leads by example and empowers our professional team of teachers and learners. A full application pack is available by contacting recruitment@stmb.school.nz .
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, covering letter and completed application form, and direct enquiries to: Charlotte Alford - Presiding Member recruitment@stmb.school.nz 021 158 3143
Official Gazette listing ↗School details
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State : Integrated
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Roll
- 166
- School number
- 3012
- Address
- 3 Stephenson Street, Blenheim