Herekino School · Northland
Principal - Education Leader
PrimaryFull-time, PermanentHousing or relocation help
Herekino School in the Far North is seeking a full-time, permanent teaching Principal for Years 1–8, starting in Term 1 2027. The role combines school leadership with classroom teaching for part of the week and requires a registered New Zealand teacher with senior leadership experience. A schoolhouse may be available, and the PRA allowance applies if eligibility criteria are met.
- Teaching Principal role for Years 1–8
- Start date: Term 1 2027
- Schoolhouse available if required
- PRA allowance subject to eligibility
Closes 30 Nov 2026
Applications close 30 Nov 2026, 4pm.
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About the role
Full-time, permanent teaching Principal for Years 1–8, beginning in Term 1 2027. The role combines teaching for part of the week with leadership across the school. A schoolhouse is available if required, and the PRA allowance may apply for eligible teachers.
What they’re looking for
- Current New Zealand practising certificate
- Strong classroom teaching record
- Experience in senior leadership
- Consistent behaviour and wellbeing approaches
- Relationships with students, staff, whānau and iwi
- Knowledge of curriculum and assessment
About the school
Herekino School is a small rural school in the Far North serving Years 1–8. It has strong whānau and community connections and focuses on each learner’s success and wellbeing.
How to apply
Submit the completed application form, CV and covering letter, including three referees, through the stated application process. Applications close on 30 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Year level
- Mixed year levels
- Role
- Principal
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Allowances
- PRA Allowance applies to this position for teachers who meet the criteria
- Listed
- 5 Nov 2026
In the school’s words
“Start Date: Term 1 2027 Note: This position qualifies for the PRA allowance if the successful candidate meets the required criteria. Herekino School is seeking an experienced teaching Principal Our school caters for students in Years 1–8. We are a…”
The school
- Type
- Full Primary
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 26
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 2525 Kaitaia-Awaroa Road, Herekino
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