Position: Principal for Primary and Intermediate (Years 1–8) / Kura Tuatahi Subjects: English, Health and Physical Education, Learning Languages, Mathematics and Statistics, Science, Social Sciences, Technology, Te Reo Maori, The Arts St Mary's Primary School is located in Hokitika on the West Coast, offering many outdoor activities including cycle trails, beaches, and lakes. As a Catholic Mercy School with a small, supportive, and diverse culture, we are seeking a candidate who will honour our Special Character and adapt to smaller town life. With around 125 students across six classrooms, our school provides high-quality, personalised learning that leverages community, parish, and natural environment opportunities. We seek someone experienced in building trust-based, reciprocal relationships within a small community setting. We are looking for a passionate, experienced, and adaptable leader to embed our vision and values while upholding our Catholic Special Character. The successful candidate will manage the school effectively, support staff, and foster community connections. Responsibilities: Be an effective school leader with experience in school leadership and management. Have strong communication skills and a history of building positive, trust-based relationships with akonga, staff, whanau, Board, parish, and community. Honor the history, values, virtues, and surrounding environment of our school, particularly our Catholic Special Character and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Foster a positive school culture that promotes student achievement and wellbeing, including staff wellbeing, while celebrating the diversity of our multicultural community. Commit to providing a wide range of learning opportunities for all akonga. How to Apply Email for a copy of the application form: Type: Full Primary Authority: State: Integrated Gender: Co-Ed Decile: 0 Roll: 129 Website: stmaryshok.school.nz Physical Address: 87 Sewell Street, Hokitika Postal Address: 87 Sewell Street, Hokitika, 7810 #J-18808-Ljbffr