Pookino No 2 school · Auckland
Establishment Principal | Tumuaki
PrimaryFull-time, Permanent
Pookino No 2 School in Pōkeno, Auckland, is seeking a full-time, permanent establishment principal (Tumuaki) for its new Years 1–8 kura tuatahi. Planned to open in Term 1 2028, the role includes setting the school’s vision, appointing staff, establishing systems and preparing for operation, alongside a Parkside School satellite learning support unit.
- New school planned for Term 1 2028
- Years 1–8 primary and intermediate setting
- Includes Parkside School learning support satellite
- Leads foundation staffing and operational preparation
Closes in 15 days
Applications close 20 Nov 2026, 4pm.
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About the role
Permanent, full-time foundation principal for a new Years 1–8 school. The role includes setting the school’s vision, curriculum, systems and culture; appointing staff; preparing for opening in Term 1 2028; and working alongside a Parkside School satellite learning support unit.
What they’re looking for
- Proven school leadership and strong curriculum knowledge
- Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and relationships with iwi
- Experience supporting diverse learning needs and inclusion
- Initiative and sound judgement in establishing a new school
- Understanding of governance and management responsibilities
- Ability to build trusted community relationships
About the school
Pookino No 2 School will be based in the growing Pōkeno community and is planned to open in Term 1 2028. It will serve learners from Years 1–8.
How to apply
Register interest or request an application pack by email, using “Pookino No 2 School” as the subject line. Applications close on 20 November 2026.
Written by Teachroles from the school’s listing. AI can make mistakes; check the original before you apply.
The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Principal
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 2 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape a new school from the ground up. The establishment board is seeking a strong educational leader to shape the vision, identity and learning culture of this new Year 1–8 school. Located…”