Ruapehu College · Manawatu/Whanganui
Deputy Principal - Pastoral Care
SecondaryFull-time, Permanent
Ruapehu College in the Manawatū-Whanganui region seeks a full-time, permanent Deputy Principal for Pastoral Care in its Years 7–15 wharekura. The role includes teaching, with applicants asked to state their subject, and focuses on student wellbeing, staff development, sound decision-making, and partnerships with whānau and the community. The position carries 1SMA and 4MU allowances.
- Pastoral care senior leadership role
- Teaching required; identify subject
- Years 7–15 wharekura setting
- 1SMA and 4MU allowances
Closes in 7 days
Applications close 12 Nov 2026, 4pm.
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About the role
This is a full-time, permanent Deputy Principal role leading pastoral care across a Years 7–15 wharekura. The role includes teaching, with applicants asked to state their subject area, and carries 1SMA and 4MU allowances.
What they’re looking for
- Experienced leader in student wellbeing and staff development
- Ability to grow leadership capability across the school
- Sound judgement when assessing risks and consequences
- Fair, accountable approach to complex situations
- Strong relationships with staff, students, whānau and community
- Ability to build shared responsibility for decisions
About the school
Ruapehu College is a secondary school and wharekura in the Manawatū-Whanganui region, serving Years 7–15.
How to apply
Email a CV and cover letter to the principal, including the teaching subject you would offer. Applications close on 12 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Role
- Deputy principal
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Allowances
- 1SMA, 4MU.
- Listed
- 29 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Ruapehu College is seeking a dynamic Senior Leader of Pastoral Care to join our team. The ideal candidate will be an experienced, collaborative leader with a proven track record in fostering student well-being and supporting staff growth. You will be…”
The school
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 243
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 30 Tainui Street, Ohakune
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