Posted 16 July, 2026
Deputy Principal Cl 50 Special Character Position
Hato Paora College
Whanganui, MWT, NZ
Full Time
Reference: a81da6729c40dfa8
Job Description
Deputy Principal Cl 50 Special Character Position Full time, Permanent Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Deputy principal Social sciences, Te reo Māori Salary and leadership allowances by negotiation Hato Pāora College is Aotearoa New Zealand's only Catholic Māori Years 9–13 boys' boarding college. Grounded in the dual Special Character of Te Hāhi Katorika and Te Ao Māori, we seek a deputy principal to join our Rōpū Kaiārahi (senior leadership team), commencing immediately or by negotiation. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educational leader to strengthen teaching and learning while improving student achievement and wellbeing. The successful applicant will: Demonstrate a sound understanding of NCEA, NZQA requirements and the refreshed New Zealand Curriculum. Demonstrate a commitment to Te Ao Māori. Confidence in te reo Māori and an understanding of tikanga Māori and culturally responsive practice would be an advantage. Be an innovative and strategic leader with excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills. Use student achievement data to drive continuous improvement. Build strong relationships with students, staff, whānau and the wider community. Capabilities to assist in planning and organising the courses and programmes at the school to ensure they reflect the special character of the school shall be a condition of appointment. Applicants do not need to be Catholic; however staff are expected to recognise and respect the school’s dual Catholic Māori special character and be actively involved in the total life of the school, in a manner which respects the religious instruction given and religious observances practiced within Hato Pāora College If you value whanaungatanga, manaakitanga and akoranga, and are committed to growing good boys into great young men, we encourage you to apply. How to apply Please send your CV, and direct enquiries to: Physical address: 1314 Kimbolton Road, Feilding Postal Address: 1314 Kimbolton Road RD 7, Feilding, 4777 #J-18808-Ljbffr