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Assistant principal - school organisation and culture

Assistant principal - school organisation and culture

Stratford High SchoolTaranaki, New Zealand
30+ days ago
Job description

Assistant principal - school organisation and culture

Full time, Permanent

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Assistant principal

English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

4MU + 1SMA

Are you a natural organiser who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Can you lead with clarity, connect with people, and inspire a positive school culture? Stratford High School invites you to apply for this pivotal leadership role.

Stratford High School is a vibrant, co-educational secondary school in the heart of Taranaki with a growing roll of 650 students. We are proudly future-focused, offering a dynamic curriculum centred on student success. Our learners benefit from diverse academic and vocational pathways, including our Build a House and School Farm programmes. Nestled beneath our majestic Maunga and close to the coast, we are deeply connected to our community and committed to developing well-rounded young people, ready to excel in the world.

We are seeking a highly organised, proactive leader to join our senior leadership. This role is central to the school’s daily operations and plays a key part in shaping school culture, communication, and organisation.

Key responsibilities :

  • Oversee daily operations and logistics
  • Lead internal and external communications
  • Champion a positive school culture
  • Manage health and safety, EOTC, assemblies, and events

We’re looking for someone who is :

  • Exceptionally organised with strong systems-thinking
  • A relational leader with a calm, solutions-focused approach
  • A confident communicator with a warm, engaging presence
  • A creative problem-solver who values humour and care
  • Committed to excellence, wellbeing, and professional growth.
  • Previous applicants need not re-apply.

    This is an exciting opportunity to lead with purpose and help shape a connected, empowered school community.

    How to apply

    Please send your CV and direct enquiries to :

    Physical address :

    Swansea Road, Stratford

    Postal Address :

    PO Box 204, Stratford, 4352

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