St Francis Xavier School (Tawa) · Wellington
Principal/Tumuaki
PrimaryFull time, Permanent
St Francis Xavier School in Tawa, Wellington, seeks a full-time permanent Principal/Tumuaki from Term 2, 2027. The Catholic integrated primary school has about 165 learners in Years 1–6; applicants should be committed Catholics able to lead its special character, support achievement and inclusion, and work with staff, whānau, parish and the wider community.
- Approximately 165 learners
- Catholic integrated school, Years 1–6
- Commences Term 2, 2027
- Religious instruction is part of appointment
Closes in 7 days
Applications close 12 Nov 2026, 4 pm.
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About the role
Full-time permanent Principal/Tumuaki of a Catholic primary school for Years 1–6, commencing Term 2, 2027. The role leads teaching, learning, student achievement, staff development, school operations, and the school’s Catholic special character.
What they’re looking for
- Committed Catholic leader for the school’s special character
- Experience leading teaching, learning, and student achievement
- Culturally responsive leadership that honours Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Ability to build partnerships with staff, whānau, parish, and community
- Commitment to inclusion and supporting diverse learners
- Willingness to participate in religious instruction
About the school
St Francis Xavier School is an integrated Catholic school in Tawa with about 165 learners. Founded by the Brigidine Sisters, it has an inclusive, multicultural community shaped by faith, courage, compassion, service, and strong whānau and parish connections.
How to apply
Applications close on 12 November 2026. The successful applicant must accept responsibility for preserving and strengthening the school’s Catholic special character.
Written by Teachroles from the school’s listing. AI can make mistakes; check the original before you apply.
The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Principal
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 15 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“The Board of St Francis Xavier School, Tawa, invites applications for the position of Principal/Tumuaki, commencing Term 2, 2027. St Francis Xavier School is a Catholic integrated primary school (Years 1-6) with approximately 165 learners. Founded by the Brigidine Sisters…”
The school
- Type
- Contributing
- Authority
- State : Integrated
- Students
- 161
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- Main Road, Tawa, Wellington
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