RTLB Practice Leader, Cluster 13

We are seeking a dynamic and forward thinking individual to work with our collaborative leadership team as a Practice Leader. The successful candidate will be able to support the cluster vision to provide a high quality and effective service that will enhance teacher and school inclusive capability to improve student outcomes across our cluster schools. Please note there is currently an incumbent in the role. Our team supports 69 schools across a large and diverse geographical area, from the Awhitu Peninsula, Waiuku, Onewhero and Kaiaua through Pukekohe to Papakura and the Takanini border. The cluster operates through two service teams, Papakura and Franklin, with RTLB primarily working within their allocated area while also contributing to cluster-wide projects and initiatives. This position is within the Papakura team. The successful candidate will demonstrate a solutions-focused mindset, leveraging their previous leadership experience to effectively navigate change and foster the ongoing development and improvement of our service. They must possess excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills, enabling them to lead by example and model high-quality professional practice. Recruitment timeline Monday 2 November: Applications close at 3 pm By the end of week 4: Shortlisting of applicants By the end of week 5: Interviews Monday 16 November: Preferred candidate notified January 2027: Start date If you have any questions or enquiries about the RTLB positions, please don't hesitate to contact Clare Humber, Cluster Manager at c_humber@rtlbcluster13.school.nz.