Rata Street School · Wellington
Deputy Principal and SENCO
PrimaryFull-time, Permanent
Rātā Street School in Wellington is seeking a full-time, permanent Deputy Principal and SENCO for its Years 1–8 kura tuatahi. The fully released role carries four management units and includes leading teacher aides, coordinating learner support with teachers, whānau and external professionals, and contributing to school-wide improvement; the start date is not stated.
- Fully released Deputy Principal and SENCO role
- Four management units included
- Leads dedicated teacher aide team
- Works with whānau and external professionals
Closes in 14 days
Applications close 19 Nov 2026, 5pm.
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About the role
Permanent, full-time Deputy Principal and SENCO role at a Years 1–8 kura tuatahi. The position is fully released with a 4MU allowance and involves working with the principal and senior leaders, leading the teacher aide team, and coordinating support with teachers, whānau and external professionals.
What they’re looking for
- Puts children at the centre of decisions
- Builds trusting relationships with emotional intelligence
- Highly organised, proactive and communicates effectively
- Reflective, adaptable and responsive to others
- Committed to achievement, inclusion and learner wellbeing
- Contributes strategically to school-wide improvement
About the school
Rātā Street School in Wellington supports learners from Years 1–8. Its approach emphasises belonging, relationships, high expectations and learners’ academic, social, emotional, physical and cultural development, guided by aroha, mahi tahi, whakaute, pakari and whakauru.
How to apply
Request the application pack or arrange a school visit through the school contact. Applications close on 19 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Deputy principal
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Allowances
- Fully Released, 4MU.
- Listed
- 29 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Are you an inspiring, passionate and dedicated educational leader ready to make a meaningful difference? An exciting leadership opportunity has arisen at Rātā Street School as our highly respected and valued Deputy Principal/SENCO prepares to relocate to Australia. Our vision…”
The school
- Type
- Contributing
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 326
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- Rata Street, Naenae, Lower Hutt
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