Hokitika Primary School · West Coast
Principal | Tumuaki
PrimaryFull time, Permanent
Hokitika Primary School is seeking a full-time, permanent principal to lead its Years 1–8 kura tuatahi on the West Coast. The role begins in Term 1 2027, or by negotiation, and suits an experienced educational leader with strong instructional leadership, cultural responsiveness and community partnership skills. The successful applicant may be eligible for a Principal Recruitment Allowance of up to $50,000.
- Full-time permanent principal role
- Years 1–8 primary and intermediate school
- Term 1 2027 start, negotiable
- Principal Recruitment Allowance up to $50,000
Closes tomorrow
Applications close 6 Nov 2026, 5pm.
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About the role
This is a full-time, permanent principal role leading Years 1–8 at Hokitika Primary School. The appointment is expected to begin in Term 1, 2027, or at another agreed time, and may include a Principal Recruitment Allowance of up to $50,000.
What they’re looking for
- Strong, authentic relationship-building skills
- Effective instructional leadership focused on learner outcomes
- Commitment to te ao Māori and cultural responsiveness
- Visible, positive and future-focused leadership
- Collaboration with community and iwi
- Strategic capability to lead the school’s next stage
About the school
Hokitika Primary School is an established school on the West Coast, located between the Southern Alps and the Tasman Sea. It describes a strong community focus, with supportive whānau, engaged learners, dedicated staff and a Board working in partnership with the principal.
How to apply
Applications close on 6 November 2026.
Written by Teachroles from the school’s listing. AI can make mistakes; check the original before you apply.
The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Principal
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Allowances
- Principal Recruitment Allowance (PRA)
- Listed
- 5 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Whāia te iti kahurangi – Seek the finest treasure. Are you ready to lead a school where relationships matter, community comes first, and every child is known, valued and encouraged to flourish? Te Kura Tuatahi o Hokitika | Hokitika School…”
The school
- Type
- Contributing
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 167
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 230 Park Street, Hokitika
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