U4 - Deputy Principal - Non-tagged

St Joseph's School (Ashburton) Canterbury

Full time, Permanent

Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Deputy principal
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts
4 MU

An exciting leadership opportunity exists for an experienced, highly motivated, and future-focused educator to join our vibrant state-integrated Catholic primary school in Ashburton, South Island.

We are seeking an outstanding leader who is passionate about teaching and learning, committed to student success, and eager to make a significant contribution to our school community.

This is a teaching deputy principal position that includes:

• Classroom teaching responsibility in our senior school
• Leadership of the senior school
• Curriculum development and school wide assessment responsibilities

The successful applicant will:

• Be an exceptional classroom practitioner with a proven record of raising student achievement.
• Demonstrate strong curriculum and assessment knowledge.
• Have excellent leadership, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and our community.
• Lead with integrity, warmth, and a collaborative approach.
• Be committed to inclusive education and supporting the diverse needs of all learners.
• Inspire both students and colleagues through high expectations and a commitment to continuous improvement.

This is an opportunity to join a supportive, virtues
-based school with a strong sense of community and a commitment to academic excellence, wellbeing, and Catholic special character.

Applicants must be willing and able to uphold the school's special character and be eligible to teach in New Zealand.

We welcome applications from educators who are ready to make a meaningful contribution to our students, staff, and wider school community.