Springston School · Canterbury
Deputy Principal – 4 MU
PrimaryFull time, PermanentLeadership units
Springston School in Canterbury is seeking an experienced Deputy Principal for a full-time, permanent 4 MU position across its Years 1–8 kura tuatahi. The role includes strategic leadership, strengthening curriculum and teaching practice, supporting wellbeing and behaviour, and working with ākonga, staff, whānau and the community; the start date is not stated.
- Full-time permanent position
- 4 MU leadership role
- Years 1–8 primary setting
- Curriculum and teaching practice leadership
Closes in 20 days
Applications close 19 Oct 2026, 3pm.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
About the role
Full-time, permanent deputy principal role with four management units at a Years 1–8 primary school. The position involves leading curriculum and teaching practice, supporting learner wellbeing and behaviour, strengthening relationships across the school, and contributing to strategic planning and improvement.
What they’re looking for
- Experienced teacher and school leader
- Strategic and relational leadership skills
- Curriculum and teaching practice leadership
- Experience supporting behaviour, wellbeing and belonging
- Strong partnerships with whānau and the community
- Adaptable, articulate and solutions-focused approach
About the school
Te Kura o Makonui – Springston School is a primary and intermediate school in Canterbury. It emphasises strong community connections, relationships, learner belonging and helping children develop their strengths.
How to apply
Applications close on 19 October 2026. The listing does not provide application instructions or a contact role.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Deputy principal
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 24 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“Inspiring excellence and outstanding character Come and be part of something special. Te Kura o Makonui – Springston School is seeking an experienced, relational and future focused Deputy Principal to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 235
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- Leeston Road, Springston
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