Principal

Te Paina school is a small (60 pupil) rural school in Mercer. With a predominantly Māori roll the school board seeks an educational leader with clear vision who will lead and inspire our school community. Applicants will have: proven leadership positive communication relationship skills managerial experience sound curriculum knowledge effective pedagogy. They will be committed to: improving on the academic results currently achieved in the school accept and recognise the responsibility to maintain and preserve the school's special culture demonstrate commitment to the school's values show leadership to the dedicated teaching team and commitment to continuous improvement There is a degree of teaching load responsibility expected of the successful appointee. The position commences in Term 1, 2027.