Launch Pad One Day School · Bay of Plenty
Director/Principal
PrimaryFull-time, Permanent
Launch Pad One Day School in Rotorua is seeking a full-time, permanent Director/Principal from January 2027. The role combines teaching with leading the Years 1–8 gifted education programme, managing daily operations, guiding staff, working with families and the Board, and shaping future growth. Applicants need school leadership experience, current teacher registration, and gifted education experience or strong interest; salary is $120,000–$140,000.
- Specialist programme for gifted learners
- Based in Rotorua, Bay of Plenty
- Teaching combined with principal leadership
- Salary range $120,000–$140,000
Closes in 15 days
Applications close 20 Nov 2026, 4pm.
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About the role
Full-time, permanent Director/Principal role starting in January 2027. The position combines teaching gifted learners with running the Rotorua school, leading staff, managing administration and family relationships, developing specialist programmes, and working with the Board on future growth. Salary is $120,000–$140,000, depending on skills and experience.
What they’re looking for
- School leadership experience as a principal, deputy principal or similar
- Current valid teacher registration
- Evidence of high performance and high standards
- Experience or strong interest in gifted education
- Vision and ambition to develop the programme
About the school
Launch Pad One Day School is an independent specialist programme for gifted learners in Rotorua, serving Years 1–8. It is an established programme supported by a committed Board and an experienced curriculum mentor.
How to apply
Email a CV and cover letter to the recruitment contact listed in the advertisement. Applications close on 20 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Team leader
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 30 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Rotorua | Start: January, 2027 An exciting opportunity to lead and shape gifted education. Launchpad One Day School is NZ Launchpad's specialist programme for gifted learners, based in Rotorua. Our vision is to become a leader in gifted education in…”