St Thomas School (Winton) · Southland
Deputy Principal
PrimaryFull time, Permanent
St Thomas Aquinas School in Winton, Southland, is appointing a full-time permanent deputy principal and classroom teacher from Term 1, 2027. The role combines educational leadership, strategic planning and evidence-based teaching with a full-time classroom component across Years 1–8. Applicants should state their preferred year level and support the school’s Catholic Special Character.
- Full-time permanent deputy principal role
- Classroom teaching component included
- Commences Term 1, 2027
- Preferred year level requested
Closes in 16 days
Applications close 16 Oct 2026, 4pm.
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About the role
Permanent, full-time deputy principal and classroom teacher at a Years 1–8 primary school, starting in Term 1, 2027. The role combines educational leadership with a full-time class teaching commitment, with applicants asked to state their preferred year level. Responsibilities include strategic direction, staff support, teaching practice, and student achievement and wellbeing.
What they’re looking for
- Strategic and relational educational leadership
- Strong classroom teaching and curriculum knowledge
- Evidence-informed approaches to improving student achievement
- Collaborative support for staff and wider school relationships
- Commitment to Catholic Special Character and Gospel values
- Reflective practice and ongoing professional growth
About the school
St Thomas School is a Catholic school in Winton serving students from Years 1 to 8. It describes a welcoming community focused on relationships, quality teaching and learning, and its Catholic Special Character.
How to apply
Applications close on 16 October 2026. Include your preferred year level in the application.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Deputy principal
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 30 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“St Thomas Aquinas School (Winton) is seeking a passionate, highly effective and motivated educational leader with excellent interpersonal skills to join our team as deputy principal and classroom teacher, commencing Term 1, 2027. This is an exciting opportunity to be…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State : Integrated
- Students
- 91
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 1 Church Street, Winton
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