Makarika School · Gisborne
Tumuaki | Principal
PrimaryFull-time, Fixed-term (1 Mar to 5 Nov 2027)
This full-time, fixed-term tumuaki (principal) role is at Makarika School near Ruatoria on the East Coast, serving Years 1–8. The appointment runs from 1 March to 5 November 2027 and includes an Isolation Allowance. It suits an experienced rural, multilevel leader committed to te reo me ōna tikanga, localised curriculum, inclusive practice, and whānau, marae and hapū relationships.
- Full-time fixed-term appointment
- Years 1–8 primary and intermediate
- Isolation Allowance included
- Rural multilevel teaching leadership
Closes in 15 days
Applications close 20 Nov 2026, 5pm.
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About the role
Full-time fixed-term tumuaki at a Years 1–8 rural primary school near Ruatoria, from 1 March to 5 November 2027. The role combines school leadership with multilevel teaching, curriculum development and whānau, marae and hapū engagement. An isolation allowance is included.
What they’re looking for
- Strong multilevel rural teaching and refreshed New Zealand Curriculum practice
- Commitment to te reo me ōna tikanga and Te Tiriti
- Experience developing localised curriculum with marae and hapū
- Strengths-based support for neurodiverse tamariki
- Reciprocal relationships based on Tika, Pono, Aroha and Manaakitanga
- Resourcefulness and involvement in East Coast community life
About the school
Makarika School is a full primary kura in Ngāti Porou, grounded in whenua, whakapapa, marae and hapū. Its KATA values focus on care, positive attitudes, critical thinking, creativity, kindness and respect.
How to apply
Request the application package from the school's application contact and submit your application as directed. Applications close on 20 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Principal
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- fixed term
- Starts
- 1 Mar 2027
- Ends
- 5 Nov 2027
- Allowances
- Isolation Allowance
- Listed
- 30 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Location: Makarika, Ruatoria, East Coast Me Ako Tahi Tatau – Learning Together Kei te rapaina tangata ngakaunui, tangata whakaaro auaha hai tumuaki mo to tatau nei kura. Mena ka whai oranga koe i roto i te ahurutanga o tetahi kaenga…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 25
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 17 Makarika School Road, Ruatoria
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