Waikanae School · Wellington
Senior School Team Leader
PrimaryFull-time, Permanent
Waikanae School in Wellington seeks a full-time, permanent Senior School Team Leader from Term 1 2027. The role is based in the senior syndicate and combines classroom teaching with release time for leadership, including staff professional growth, student-centred programmes, pastoral care and behaviour management. It carries two management units and includes membership of the Senior Leadership Team.
- Senior syndicate classroom teaching
- Two management units
- Term 1 2027 start
- Professional growth cycle coordination
Closes in 4 days
Applications close 9 Nov 2026, 9am.
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About the role
Permanent, full-time Senior School Team Leader starting in Term 1, 2027. The role is based in the senior syndicate, combining classroom teaching with leadership release time and two management units. Duties include supporting the Senior Leadership Team, leading staff development, coordinating professional growth, and contributing to pastoral care and behaviour support.
What they’re looking for
- Professional leadership experience in teaching and learning
- Ability to coordinate staff professional growth
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Collaborative leadership aligned with school values
- Commitment to te ao Māori and celebrating diversity
- Experience supporting pastoral care and behaviour
About the school
Waikanae School is a Years 1–8 primary and intermediate school in Wellington. It values student-centred learning, collaboration, inclusion, te ao Māori, diversity and positive relationships.
How to apply
Submit a CV, cover letter and completed application form by email to the school. Applications close on 9 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Team leader
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Allowances
- 2 MU
- Listed
- 29 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“We are seeking an outstanding, energetic, lead teacher to join our team here at Waikanae School in Term 1 2027. The person we are looking for will: be an active member of the Senior Leadership Team, leading student centred, quality…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 467
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- Seddon Street, Waikanae
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