Karori Normal School · Wellington
Team Leader
PrimaryFull time, PermanentLeadership units
Karori Normal School in Wellington is seeking a full-time, permanent Team Leader for its Years 1–8 primary setting. The role includes leading curriculum delivery, mentoring teachers and modelling strong classroom practice, with 2 management units and possible additional leadership responsibilities; the start date is not stated.
- 2 management units
- Full-time permanent position
- Mentors teachers and pre-service teachers
- Normal School setting
Closes in 13 days
Applications close 12 Oct 2026, 3pm.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
About the role
Full-time, permanent Team Leader role at a Years 1–8 primary school. The role includes leading curriculum delivery, mentoring teachers, supporting professional growth, modelling strong classroom practice, and contributing to school-wide strategic work. The position carries 2 management units, with possible additional leadership responsibilities.
What they’re looking for
- Strong classroom practice and knowledge of the New Zealand Curriculum
- Experience developing capability in other teachers
- Culturally responsive, inclusive and learner-centred teaching
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- High emotional intelligence
- Willingness to host and mentor pre-service teachers
About the school
Karori Normal School is a diverse, high-performing full primary school in Karori, Wellington. It supports innovation, initial teacher education and pedagogical research, and provides authentic learning within a supportive community.
How to apply
Contact the principal to arrange a school visit. Applications close at 3pm on 12 October 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Syndicate leader
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Allowances
- NSA
- Listed
- 29 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“Are you an experienced, forward-thinking educational leader ready to make a significant impact? Karori Normal School is seeking an inspiring, collaborative, and highly skilled Team Leader to join our leadership team and foster holistic teaching excellence across our school. About…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 609
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- Donald Street, Karori, Wellington
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