Deputy Principal - Curriculum Putaruru College is a Y7-13 school set in the heart of the South Waikato. With approximately 400 students total, we are a school that serves our local community with heart and mana honouring our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. The school is committed to serving its community by providing a learning and social environment where all students can be their best selves. We are seeking an inspirational leader to join our innovative and enthusiastic Senior Leadership team. Significant experience of middle or senior leadership and, ideally, whole school responsibilities are preferred. A proven track record of leading initiatives within a school to improve achievement and engagement for students is also desirable. The successful applicant will have excellent interpersonal skills and will facilitate initiatives to support student engagement and achievement outcomes, lead the implementation of changes to New Zealand Curriculum and NCEA courses, be confident in leading PLD and willing to support and mentor staff. Experience in systems management and oversight is also an advantage. Teaching and learning is a core responsibility for all members of the Senior Leadership team. Other key areas of leadership will be assigned by negotiation. You will be a dynamic team player and bring enthusiasm and commitment to a forward thinking, positive Senior Leadership team and staff. Putaruru College is surrounded by beautiful farmland, rivers and bush, home to river trails, bush walks and the Blue Spring. We are less than an hour away from Hamilton, Tauranga and Rotorua and two hours from the mountains. We offer a hard to staff allowance and school housing may be available. How to apply Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to: Jennie Eyre - Principal's P.A (07) 883 8323 Vacancy reference #: 1HAjYJ School details Putaruru College Type: Secondary (Year 7-15) Authority: State Gender: Co-Ed Decile: 0 Roll: 417 Website: Physical address: Junction Street, Putaruru Postal Address: PO Box 210, Putaruru, 3443 #J-18808-Ljbffr