Wellesley College · Wellington
Syndicate Leader
PrimaryFull time, PermanentLeadership units
Wellesley College in Days Bay, Eastbourne, Wellington, is hiring a full-time, permanent syndicate leader for its Years 5–6 or 7–8 team. The role combines classroom teaching with syndicate leadership, collaboration with whānau and school-wide planning, and suits an experienced teacher with leadership experience and current New Zealand registration. It starts 25 January 2027 and includes two management units.
- Years 5–6 or 7–8 leadership
- Two management units included
- Full-time permanent appointment
- Smaller classes capped at 22 students
Closes 23 Oct 2026
Applications close 23 Oct 2026, 3pm.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
About the role
Full-time, permanent syndicate leader teaching in either the Year 5–6 or Year 7–8 team. You will lead the syndicate, teach in a well-resourced classroom, and support school-wide goals. The role begins Monday 25 January 2027 and includes two management units, additional holidays, income protection insurance, and generous non-contact time.
What they’re looking for
- Successful school leadership experience
- Current New Zealand teacher registration
- Strong organisation, forward planning, and delegation
- Collaborative approach to improving student learning
- Commitment to wellbeing and inclusive practice
- Willingness to contribute to extracurricular activities
About the school
Wellesley College is an independent full primary school for boys in Days Bay, Eastbourne, serving Years 1–8. The school is set between the sea and bush, with a heritage house, modern facilities, and classes capped at 22 students.
How to apply
Applications close Friday 23 October 2026 at 3pm. Suitable applicants may be interviewed during the advertising period.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Year level
- Mixed year levels
- Role
- Syndicate leader
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 25 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“We currently have an exciting syndicate leader position available at Wellesley College. We are seeking an energetic, active person with a good sense of humour, keen to join our positive and vibrant school culture. This is a full-time, permanent appointment…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- Private : Fully Registered
- Students
- 234
- Gender
- Male
- Address
- 611A Marine Drive, Days Bay, Lower Hutt
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