Assistant Principal - Senior Years (Pastoral) Mercury Bay Area School

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Assistant Principal - Senior Years (Pastoral) Mercury Bay Area School Mercury Bay Area School – Waikato District, North Island Mercury Bay Area School is seeking an inspiring, culturally responsive, and collaborative educational leader to join our senior leadership team. Working in close partnership with the Deputy Principal – Senior Years, you will lead the pastoral care, pastoral curriculum, and overall wellbeing of our Year 11 to 13 ākonga. Situated in coastal Whitianga on the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula, we are New Zealand’s largest area school, offering an exceptional work-life balance alongside a committed staff and vibrant community. Key responsibilities Pastoral leadership – lead senior deans and staff in pastoral care, student wellbeing, attendance, and relational behaviour management (Restorative Practices, PB4L, and Culturally Responsive Pedagogies). Curriculum and Pathways– partner with the DP Senior Years and Faculty Heads to support pedagogical development, NZQA/qualification frameworks, learning pathways, and EOTC opportunities. School-wide operations – share in day-to-day school leadership, staff mentoring, professional development, reporting, and community liaison. Student voice and equity– champion priority learners, lead senior student voice, and support transition and enrolment processes. What we are looking for Proven leader– a proactive, reflective leader with outstanding interpersonal skills and a commitment to relational, student-centred education. Collaborative partner– Someone who thrives in a shared-leadership model, building strong, respectful connections with staff, ākonga, whānau, and external agencies. Growth mindset – an open-minded educator dedicated to continuous professional development and cultural responsiveness across our kura. Information for Applicants MBAS information for applicants 2026 v6 Physical address: South Highway, Whitianga #J-18808-Ljbffr