Principal.

Kaikohe Christian School is a Christian composite school (Years 0-13) located in Kaikohe, Northland.

The school is dedicated to providing a high-quality education that reflects Christian values, cultural responsiveness, and a commitment to nurturing the whole child.

With approximately 22 teaching and support staff, the school serves as both an educational hub and a thriving community deeply connected to whanau, iwi, and local churches.

Overview

The Principal is the spiritual, educational, and operational leader of the school.

This role requires someone who can shape and implement a vision of excellence that balances academic achievement with Christian values and cultural engagement.

You will lead and develop staff, oversee curriculum delivery, ensure compliance with educational legislation, and build strong connections across the wider community.

The Role

The Person We Seek

A committed and active Christian, with a personal relationship with God that is evident in daily life and leadership

Skilled in building strong partnerships with iwi, whanau, and local churches

Confident in promoting te reo Maori and tikanga Maori within the school

Experienced across a wide range of year levels (primary through secondary)

Able to inspire, mentor, and guide a team of around 22 staff while fostering collaboration and accountability

Someone with clear vision, strong educational philosophy, and the ability to balance strategic leadership with day-to-day school operations

The Selection Criteria

Recognised teaching qualification and current practising certificate with the Teaching Council of Aotearoa New Zealand

Demonstrated senior leadership experience (e.g., Deputy Principal, Principal, or equivalent)

A strong and active Christian faith, demonstrated through a personal relationship with God and lived out in daily life and leadership

Proven ability to uphold, nurture, and actively promote the Christian special character of the school

Knowledge of and respect for tikanga Maori, with confidence to integrate cultural responsiveness into school operations

Evidence of ongoing professional development in leadership, curriculum, and culturally responsive practice

The Remuneration

An attractive and fair package is offered, benchmarked to reflect the senior leadership responsibilities and requirements of this role.

Remuneration is aligned with educational leadership standards and recognises both the operational and spiritual dimensions of the Principal's position.

Next Steps

Please send in a letter of introduction explaining why you feel you align and a resume showcasing your career journey thus far.

Should you have questions, call Barry Hardy on

Please note, A Willingness and ability to take part in religious instruction appropriate to that school shall be a condition of appointment.

(Education Act, Section 464).

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