Raurimu Avenue School · Northland
Principal Full Primary School
PrimaryFull time, Permanent
Raurimu Avenue School in Onerahi, Whangārei, seeks a full-time permanent principal for its Years 1–8 kura tuatahi. The role starts in Term 1, 2027, or earlier by arrangement, and includes the Principal Recruitment Allowance; it suits an experienced teacher and leader who can strengthen whānau engagement, lead trauma-informed practice, and support the school’s move towards bilingual education.
- Years 1–8 kura tuatahi
- Term 1, 2027 start
- Principal Recruitment Allowance available
- Bilingual education goal
Closes in 16 days
Applications close 4 Oct 2026, 9pm.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
About the role
This is a full-time, permanent principal role leading a Years 1–8 full primary school. The principal will guide teaching, staff development, whānau engagement and progress towards a fully bilingual school, using the school’s CARE values and trauma-informed practice. The position starts in Term 1, 2027, or earlier by agreement, and includes the Principal Recruitment Allowance.
What they’re looking for
- Experience building strong relationships with whānau and the wider community
- Knowledge of current teaching practice and local curriculum development
- Trauma-informed approaches to school practice and staff learning
- Commitment to Ngā tikanga Māori and growing te reo Māori
- Ability to lead an equitable, inclusive school culture
- Proven teaching and leadership experience
About the school
Raurimu Avenue School is a small school in Onerahi, Whangārei, with committed staff, engaged students and a diverse, inclusive community. School property changes are planned for completion ahead of a fresh start in 2027.
How to apply
Applications close on 4 October 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Principal
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Allowances
- PRA
- Listed
- 7 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“This is an exciting career opportunity for an innovative, courageous teacher/principal who is looking to take on more challenges. We are seeking a creative, courageous principal who has experience building strong links with the school community. Raurimu Avenue School, in…”
The school
Raurimu Avenue School
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 45
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- Raurimu Avenue, Onerahi, Whangarei