Hokitika Primary School · West Coast
Principal
Full time, Permanent
Hokitika Primary School is seeking a full-time, permanent Principal to lead its Years 1–8 kura tuatahi on the West Coast. The role starts in Term 1 2027, or by negotiation, and suits an experienced educational leader committed to instructional leadership, te ao Māori, cultural responsiveness and strong community and iwi partnerships. The successful applicant may qualify for a Principal Recruitment Allowance of up to $50,000.
- Full-time permanent principalship
- Years 1–8 primary and intermediate school
- Term 1 2027 start, negotiable
- Principal Recruitment Allowance up to $50,000
Closes in 14 days
Applications close 2 Oct 2026, 5pm.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Principal
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Allowances
- Principal Recruitment Allowance (PRA)
- Listed
- 8 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“Whāia te iti kahurangi – Seek the finest treasure. Are you ready to lead a school where relationships matter, community comes first, and every child is known, valued and encouraged to flourish? Te Kura Tuatahi o Hokitika | Hokitika School…”
The school
Hokitika Primary School
- Type
- Contributing
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 165
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 230 Park Street, Hokitika