Kuratau School · Waikato
Principal, U3
Full time, Permanent
Kuratau School is seeking a full-time, permanent principal/tumuaki for its Years 1–8 rural school near Tūrangi and Lake Taupō. Starting in Term 1, 2027, the role would suit an experienced or aspiring leader who can build on strong teaching practice, support priority learners, and work closely with whānau, iwi and the wider community.
- Approximately 92 students enrolled
- Five teaching units and two learning leaders
- Focus on Structured Literacy and mathematics
- Applications close 25 September 2026
Closes in 7 days
Applications close 25 Sept 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
- Listed
- 21 Aug 2026
In the school’s words
“Kuratau School is beautifully located in a stunning rural setting just 20 minutes from Turangi township and serves a supportive and engaged rural community. We are seeking an experienced or aspiring school leader to join our amazing team and continue…”
The school
Kuratau School
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 92
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 2244 State Highway 41, Kuratau, Turangi