Te Paina School · Waikato
Principal
PrimaryFull time, Permanent
Te Paina School is seeking a full-time, permanent principal for its small rural Years 1–8 school in Mercer, Waikato. The role starts in Term 1, 2027, and includes some classroom teaching. The successful applicant will lead a predominantly Māori roll, strengthen academic outcomes, preserve the school’s culture, and guide ongoing improvement.
- Approximately 60 pupils
- Predominantly Māori roll
- Some teaching load required
- Starts Term 1, 2027
Closes tomorrow
Applications close 6 Nov 2026, 5pm.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
Get new primary roles in Waikato by email
Not quite right? We’ll send roles like this one the day they’re listed. One email a day at most.
About the role
Lead Te Paina School across Years 1–8 as a full-time, permanent principal. The role includes responsibility for part of the teaching programme and begins in Term 1, 2027.
What they’re looking for
- Proven leadership experience
- Clear, constructive communication
- Strong relationship-building skills
- Management experience
- Sound curriculum knowledge
- Effective teaching practice
About the school
Te Paina School is a small rural school in Mercer with about 60 pupils and a mainly Māori roll. The board seeks leadership that respects the school’s distinctive culture and values.
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
- Listed
- 12 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Te Paina school is a small (60 pupil) rural school in Mercer. With a predominantly Māori roll the school board seeks an educational leader with clear vision who will lead and inspire our school community. Applicants will have: proven leadership…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 62
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 15 Glass Road, Mercer
School websiteERO reportEducation CountsView on mapAll roles at this school