5 Permanent Management Units | Fully Released

Auckland North Shore | Years 1–6 | Approx. 400 Students

Pinehill School is a high-performing, future-focused school with a strong reputation for excellence, innovation, and inclusive practice. Our culturally diverse community values respectful relationships, high expectations, and a deep commitment to student success and wellbeing.

We are seeking an outstanding educational leader to join our collaborative Senior Leadership Team as Deputy Principal. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and relational leader who is passionate about leading learning, developing people, and making a meaningful difference for students, staff and whānau.

At Pinehill, leadership is shared, purposeful, and grounded in our vision to inspire active learners and leaders who make a difference. Our Pinehill Way values — Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, Resilience and Excellence — are at the heart of everything we do.

Position commences Monday 7th September 2026, or earlier by negotiation

Applications close 1:00 pm Friday 19 June 2026

We are looking for a leader who:

• Leads strategically with clarity, vision and strong execution
• Demonstrates exceptional pedagogical knowledge and evidence-based practice
• Can lead curriculum development and implementation of Te Mātaiaho
• Builds coaching capability and supports professional growth in others
• Is highly relational, approachable, positive and solutions-focused
• Understands culturally responsive practice and honours Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Has expertise in assessment for learning, data analysis and improvement inquiry
• Supports inclusive practices that enable all learners to thrive
• Brings strengths in numeracy leadership (preferred)

We offer:

Pinehill School offers a highly supportive community, engaged learners, excellent resourcing, and a leadership culture committed to continuous improvement and innovation.

We encourage you to visit our kura between 9 and 12 June.  The details to arrange a suitable time are on page 6 of the application pack.