Te Matauranga · Auckland
Deputy Principal
PrimaryFull time, Permanent
Te Matauranga in Auckland seeks a full-time, permanent deputy principal for its Years 1–8 kura. Working with the principal and leadership team, the role focuses on teaching and learning, staff development, inclusion and culturally responsive practice for about 310 learners. The school includes a Samoan bilingual unit through Years 7–8 and Rosehill School satellite classes; the role begins Term 1 2027 or by agreement.
- Approximately 310 learners
- Samoan bilingual unit through Years 7–8
- Three Rosehill School satellite classes
- Applications close 1pm, 13 November 2026
Closes in 8 days
Applications close 13 Nov 2026, 1pm.
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About the role
This is a full-time, permanent deputy principal role for a Years 1–8 kura, beginning in Term 1 2027 or by agreement. Working with the principal and leadership team, you will lead teaching and learning, develop staff capability, support inclusion and wellbeing, and guide school improvement.
What they’re looking for
- Proven educational leadership experience
- Strong curriculum, assessment and teaching knowledge
- Experience coaching teachers and leaders
- Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Culturally responsive and inclusive practice
- Evidence-based improvement and effective organisation
About the school
Te Matauranga is a diverse primary school of about 310 learners. It includes Fetūlele, a Samoan bilingual unit for Years 7–8, and three Rosehill School satellite classes, with a focus on identity, language, culture and belonging.
How to apply
Applications close at 1pm on 13 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Deputy principal
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 19 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Relationships at the heart. Learning at the centre. Are you a leader who sees potential in every child and knows how to bring out the best in others? Te Matauranga is seeking a deputy principal who will bring strong educational…”
The school
- Type
- Contributing
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 313
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 206 Finlayson Avenue, Clendon Park, Auckland
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