Mataroa School · Manawatu/Whanganui
Tumuaki | Principal
PrimaryFull-time, PermanentHousing or relocation help
Mataroa School, a rural full primary school near Taihape, is seeking a full-time, permanent principal for Years 1–8 from the start of 2027. The role involves leading teaching and learning, strengthening relationships with families and the district, and developing the school’s outdoor and environmental programmes, including its farm; a school house may be available.
- Rural full primary school near Taihape
- Years 1–8 leadership role
- Starts at beginning of 2027 school year
- School farm and outdoor programmes
Closes 29 Nov 2026
Applications close 29 Nov 2026, 4pm.
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About the role
Lead a full primary school for Years 1–8, setting direction for teaching, learning and the wider school community. This is a full-time, permanent principal role beginning at the start of the 2027 school year, with responsibility for strengthening outdoor and environmental learning. A school house may be available.
What they’re looking for
- Visible leadership and strong connections with every family
- High expectations for teaching and learning
- Kind, fair, respectful and attentive to children
- Durable relationships with students, staff, families and the district
- Commitment to outdoor and environmental education
- Ability to build on existing school strengths
About the school
Mataroa School is a growing rural school near Taihape, serving children from farming and other local families. Its programmes include bush learning, skiing, farming activities, environmental education and community involvement.
How to apply
Request the application pack and forms through the nominated application contact. Applications close on 29 November 2026; no closing time is provided.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Principal
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 4 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“A growing school with a big backyard, near Taihape Mataroa School is a rural full primary school near Taihape, committed to growing lifelong learners in the classroom, the rural environment, and the wider community. Our little school is thriving, and…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 56
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 30 Rongoiti Road, Taihape
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