St Francis School (Thames) · Waikato
Deputy Principal / SENCO / Year 7–8 Classroom Teacher
PrimaryFull-time, Permanent
St Francis School in Thames seeks a full-time, permanent Deputy Principal, SENCO and Year 7–8 classroom teacher. The role combines classroom teaching with learning support coordination and school leadership, with two permanent management units. It suits an experienced practitioner able to uphold the school’s Catholic special character and begins at the start of Term 1, 2027.
- Years 7–8 classroom teaching
- SENCO and Deputy Principal duties
- Two permanent management units
- Catholic special-character position
Closes 27 Nov 2026
Applications close 27 Nov 2026, 4pm.
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About the role
Full-time, permanent Deputy Principal, SENCO and Year 7–8 classroom teacher role. You will teach a Year 7–8 class, coordinate learning support, and work with the Principal and school community on leadership, teaching, student achievement, safety and wellbeing. The position includes 2 Permanent Management Units and begins at the start of Term 1, 2027.
What they’re looking for
- Experienced classroom practitioner
- Previous leadership experience desirable
- Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
- Sound judgement under pressure
- Calm, fair and confident leadership
- Experience in the New Zealand education system preferred
About the school
St Francis School is a welcoming Catholic state-integrated school for Years 1–8 in Thames. The role supports the school’s Catholic character, values and ethos.
How to apply
Email your CV or application form, covering letter and completed Schedule 6 Clause 50 form to the Principal. Applications close on 27 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Year level
- Years 7–8
- Role
- Deputy principal
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Allowances
- 2 Permanent Management Units - 2MU
- Listed
- 2 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“St Francis Catholic School is a welcoming, Catholic state-integrated Years 1–8 school seeking an experienced, dedicated and enthusiastic educator to join our team as Deputy Principal, SENCO and Year 7–8 classroom teacher. The successful applicant will be a skilled classroom…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State : Integrated
- Students
- 79
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 202 Mackay Street, Thames
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