St Mary's Catholic School (Papakura) · Auckland
Principal Tumuaki
PrimaryFull-time, Permanent
St Mary’s Catholic School in Papakura, Auckland, is seeking a full-time, permanent Principal Tumuaki from Term 1, 2027. The practising Catholic principal will lead a Year 0–6 school of about 400 learners, with responsibility for Catholic special character, teaching quality, staff development, safeguarding, operations and partnerships with whānau, parish and Board.
- Practising Catholic principal required
- Approximately 400 learners
- Year 0–6 primary school
- Start: Term 1, 2027
Closes in 18 days
Applications close 23 Nov 2026, 1pm.
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About the role
Full-time, permanent Principal Tumuaki at a Catholic primary school serving learners from Year 0 to Year 6. The role begins in Term 1, 2027 and includes leading teaching, faith development, staff capability, safeguarding, operations, and strategic work with the Board.
What they’re looking for
- Practising Catholic with proven senior leadership experience
- Visible, approachable leader with sound judgement
- Strong focus on student progress and evidence-informed improvement
- Commitment to Catholic special character and parish partnerships
- Culturally responsive leadership giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
- Strong organisational, financial, and operational management
About the school
St Mary’s Catholic School is a Catholic school of about 400 learners in a diverse South Auckland community. Faith, parish relationships, and the values of respect, care, and responsibility shape its approach.
How to apply
Email a CV and cover letter to the application email address. Applications close on 23 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Principal
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 2 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“Together we learn, we pray, we serve St Mary’s Catholic School, Papakura seeks an inspirational, practising Catholic Principal from Term 1, 2027. Our vibrant Year 0-6 school serves approximately 400 learners in a diverse South Auckland community. Faith, strong parish…”
The school
- Type
- Contributing
- Authority
- State : Integrated
- Students
- 398
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 54 Clark Road, Papakura
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