St Joseph's School (Opunake) Taranaki
Deputy Principal - Cl 50 special character position We are a state integrated Y0-8 Catholic Primary School in the beautiful Coastal setting of Opunake in South Taranaki.
An exciting opportunity has presented itself to join our growing school as the new Deputy Principal to help shape the future of our Catholic kura. We are a faith filled, well resourced, future focused school with a staff who are collegial and committed to continuous improvement. At the heart of everything we do are our Gospel UNITY values: Humility, Excellence, Faith, Respect and Integrity. Our school board, parish, families and wider whanau are committed, supportive and active in providing the best faith and learning environment possible for all in our coastal rural community.
You will be part of a highly collaborative team with professional development opportunities that will support your leadership growth.
This role will require you to be an integral part of our school leadership team, driving our school strategic goals as well as managing and teaching one of our learning spaces.
We seek someone who: Has a good understanding of the special character of the school, but does not necessarily have to be a Catholic.
Builds strong and trusting connections with staff, learners, and whanau.
Is culturally responsive.
Models professional growth and a personal commitment to ongoing learning through reflection, open-to-learning conversations, and collegial feedback.
Is calm under pressure and solutions-focused in times of challenge.
Can drive student leadership initiatives and ensure our students are provided opportunities to excel beyond the classroom.
Has a strong understanding of PB4L processes and will be a great role model for our school UNITY values.
Capabilities to maintain programmes and activities that reflect the special character of the school shall be a condition of appointment.
The start date will be Tuesday 28th January 2025.
How to apply Please email the Principal for an application pack
Brook Murfitt, St Joseph's Opunake Principal
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(06) 761 8388
Vacancy reference #: 1HAjhg
Listed 10:56 am 01 November 2024 Closes 5pm 15 November 2024
School details Type: Full Primary
Authority: State: Integrated
Gender: Co-Ed
Decile: 0
Roll: 107
Website: http://www.stjo.school.nz/
Physical address:
59 Allison Street, Opunake
Postal Address:
PO Box 23, Opunake, 4645
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