Murupara Area School · Bay of Plenty
Deputy Principal Senior School
Area schoolFull time, Permanent
Murupara Area School in the Bay of Plenty is seeking a full-time, permanent Deputy Principal for Years 9–13, beginning in Term 1, 2027 by negotiation. The role suits an experienced New Zealand teacher with recent Level 3 NCEA teaching, preferably in Mathematics or Science, and includes senior curriculum, assessment, pathways, wellbeing and operational leadership. An ASPTSA allowance and 4–5 MU are available, negotiable by experience.
- Years 9–13 senior school leadership
- Level 3 NCEA teaching required
- Mathematics or Science preferred
- 4–5 MU negotiable; ASPTSA available
Closes in 4 days
Applications close 9 Nov 2026, 11am.
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About the role
This is a full-time, permanent Deputy Principal role leading Years 9–13 at Murupara Area School. The role covers NCEA teaching and leadership, NZQA and NCEA administration, academic tracking, vocational pathways, student wellbeing, Tier 3 behaviour leadership, timetabling and daily operations. The start is negotiable for Term 1, 2027, with 4–5MU negotiable by experience, plus the Area Schools Priority Teacher Supply Allowance.
What they’re looking for
- Successful NCEA teaching through Level 3
- Mathematics or science teaching preferred
- Recent New Zealand teaching experience
- Culturally responsive senior leadership
- Academic, curriculum and NZQA leadership
- Wellbeing, behaviour and pathway management
About the school
Murupara Area School is a composite Years 1–15 school in the Bay of Plenty. The role is focused on culturally responsive education, rangatahi achievement, wellbeing and connections with the community.
How to apply
Applications close on 9 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Area school
- Year level
- Years 9–13
- Role
- Deputy principal
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Allowances
- Area Schools Priority Teacher Supply Allowance (ASPTSA). 4-5MU negotiable depending on experience.
- Listed
- 12 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Start date: Term 1, 2027: Negotiable Lead, Inspire, and Shape Future Pathways Are you a visionary educational leader passionate about empowering rangatahi to reach their full potential? Murupara Area School is seeking an exceptional, culturally responsive Deputy Principal – Years…”
The school
- Type
- Composite
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 162
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 84 Pine Drive, Murupara
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