Makuri School · Manawatu/Whanganui
Principal
PrimaryFull time, PermanentHousing or relocation help
Makuri School, a rural Years 1–8 kura tuatahi in the Manawatū-Whanganui region, seeks a full-time, permanent principal. The role may suit an experienced teacher moving into their first principal position and includes leadership autonomy, Board support for professional learning, and access to a recently refurbished school house at a competitive rental; the start date is not stated.
- Full-time permanent principal position
- Rural Years 1–8 school
- Suited to a first principal role
- Refurbished school house available to rent
Closes 5 Feb 2027
Applications close 5 Feb 2027, 5pm.
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About the role
Lead Makuri School, a full-time permanent rural school for Years 1–8 learners. The role offers the opportunity to take on a first principal position, with a recently refurbished school house available to rent at a competitive rate; the start date is not stated.
What they’re looking for
- Leadership suited to a rural primary and intermediate school
- Motivated and adaptable approach to rural education
- Strong relationships with families and the wider community
- Resourceful, visible and actively involved leadership
- Interest in taking on a first principal role
About the school
Makuri School is a long-established rural school in a valley surrounded by native bush, with easy access to Palmerston North. It has a strong community, an involved Board of Trustees and values centred on motivation, kindness, unity, resourcefulness and active involvement.
How to apply
Apply for the Principal role by 5 February 2027.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Principal
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 16 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Do you want to lead a quintessential rural New Zealand school, while still enjoying easy access to Palmerston North? For 131 years, Makuri School has stood proud at the heart of our beautiful valley. Surrounded by native bush, our school…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 14
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 5 Titoki Road, Makuri
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