Gonville School · Manawatu/Whanganui
Deputy Principal / SENCo / Learning Support Coordinator
PrimaryFull-time, Permanent
Gonville School in Manawatū-Whanganui seeks a full-time, permanent Deputy Principal who will also lead SENCo and learning support coordination across Years 1–8. The role includes three permanent units, including one SENCO unit, with responsibility for staff coaching, attendance, whole-school initiatives and acting principal duties; classroom teaching may be required.
- Three permanent units, including one SENCO unit
- Years 1–8 primary and intermediate kura
- SENCo, learning support and attendance portfolios
- Classroom teaching required when needed
Closes in 11 days
Applications close 16 Nov 2026, 9am.
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About the role
Permanent, full-time Deputy Principal, SENCo and Learning Support Coordinator role at a Years 1–8 kura. Responsibilities include supporting kaiako, leading learning support and attendance work, coaching staff, contributing to whole-school leadership, covering acting principal duties when needed, and teaching classes as required. The position includes three permanent units, including one SENCO unit.
What they’re looking for
- Strategic leadership experience or readiness for the next leadership step
- Experience leading SENCo or learning support work
- Ability to coach and develop kaiako
- Calm presence and strong emotional self-regulation
- High relational intelligence and belief in every child
- Flexibility to teach when required
About the school
Gonville School is a Years 1–8 kura in the Manawatū-Whanganui region. It describes a warm, structured and inclusive environment where connection, learning, creativity and learner potential are valued.
How to apply
Email your application to the school principal; school visits and role enquiries can also be directed to the principal. Applications close on 16 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Role
- Deputy principal
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Allowances
- 3 Permanent Units (including 1 SENCO unit)
- Listed
- 4 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“Leap into leadership at Gonville School Are you looking for a vibrant, heart-led kura where connection, genuine laughter and shared success are at the core of every single day? At Gonville School, powerful learning and empowered learners are who we…”
The school
- Type
- Contributing
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 177
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- Gonville Avenue, Gonville, Whanganui
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