St Joseph's School (Taihape) · Manawatu/Whanganui
Principal
PrimaryFull-time, Permanent
St Joseph’s School Taihape is seeking a full-time, permanent principal for its Year 1–8 Catholic school in a rural community of about 75 learners. The role involves leading the school’s faith-based special character, with participation in appropriate religious instruction required; the start date is not stated and applications close 27 November 2026.
- Year 1–8 state-integrated Catholic school
- Approximately 75 learners
- Religious instruction participation required
- Rural Taihape location
Closes 27 Nov 2026
Applications close 27 Nov 2026, 5pm.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
Get new primary roles in Manawatu/Whanganui by email
Not quite right? We’ll send roles like this one the day they’re listed. One email a day at most.
About the role
Full-time, permanent principal of a Year 1–8 Catholic primary and intermediate school. The role involves leading the school and its community, with participation in religious instruction and responsibility for preserving the school’s special character. Start date is not stated.
What they’re looking for
- Effective school leadership experience
- Faith-based leadership aligned with the Catholic character
- Strong relationship-building skills
- Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles
- Ability to support learner potential and wellbeing
- Willingness to participate in religious instruction
About the school
St Joseph’s School Taihape has 75 learners and serves a close rural community. It is a state-integrated Catholic school shaped by its Catholic worldview, Te Tiriti o Waitangi commitments and Josephite values.
How to apply
Request the information pack through the school’s advertised vacancies contact and apply as instructed. Applications close on 27 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
“St Joseph’s School Taihape, a Year 1 to 8 state-integrated Catholic school, is seeking an effective, passionate and innovative faith and education leader, to serve and guide our vibrant school community. With a roll of 75 learners, our school offers…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State : Integrated
- Students
- 83
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 27 Rauma Road, Taihape
School websiteERO reportEducation CountsView on mapAll roles at this school