Principal

Frontline Recruitment Group – Manawatu County Lead an established Palmerston North school, lift student achievement, and build on a strong culture with excellent support around you. This is a strong opportunity for an experienced Principal, Deputy Principal or Assistant Principal ready for a new challenge or the next step in their leadership career. You'll lead a well-established Year 3-13 composite school with experienced staff, engaged families, modern learning spaces, and a clear focus on continued improvement. The school already has a strong foundation. Your focus will be on lifting student achievement, developing staff, strengthening parent engagement, and using data and technology to support better outcomes. About the Role You will: Provide visible, hands-on leadership across the school Lead strategies to lift student achievement and engagement Use data to identify priorities and track progress Continue to strengthen school culture and parent relationships Lead, coach and develop teaching and support staff Oversee day-to-day campus operations Drive consistent teaching, learning and wellbeing practices Champion technology-enabled and self-directed learning Work closely with a supportive wider leadership network About You You’ll be a New Zealand registered teacher with: Recent Principal, Deputy Principal or Assistant Principal experience A proven ability to improve student outcomes Strong skills in data, technology and school improvement A professional, visible and approachable leadership style Confidence leading staff and maintaining high expectations Strong communication and relationship-building skills A growth mindset and practical approach to leadership What’s on Offer Company vehicle with full personal use Health insurance Performance bonus Relocation assistance Strong national leadership support Modern, technology-enabled learning spaces Genuine career pathways beyond Principalship Ready to Explore? This is a priority appointment, and the school is open to experienced Principals as well as strong Deputy or Assistant Principals ready to step up. #J-18808-Ljbffr