Te Uho o te Nikau Primary School
Principal
Eastern Flat Bush area of Manukau City
Year 0 – 6 with 486 students and a growing roll
As we bid farewell to our remarkable Principal, who is setting sail for new horizons in international leadership, we find ourselves eagerly searching for a leader who embodies not just excellence, but also heart, vision, and an unwavering commitment to our tight-knit community.
Welcome to Te Uho o te Nikau, affectionately known as The Heart of the Nikau, nestled in Flatbush, Ormiston with a student roll of 500. At the core of Te Uho is our belief in strong, positive relationships that benefit the heartbeat of our school - our tamariki.
Our logo of three nikau palms connected together truly represents our 'Dream Team' of educators, our supportive whānau, and amazing tamariki. Here, we foster an inclusive, collaborative environment where diversity is celebrated, strong teaching and learning is experienced, and growth is nurtured.
The board is seeking an experienced educational leader with a vision and belief in the transformative power of education, along with a deep passion to advance student achievement and make a difference. We are looking for someone dedicated to Te Ao Māori, Tikanga Māori, and willing to engage with and build upon our current goals while offering a clear vision to lead our school into an exciting future.
Are you the dynamic leader we are searching for?
Do you embody these qualities:
- Exceptional listening and communication skills
- Positive and enthusiastic attitude
- Approachable and empathetic demeanour
- Honesty and trustworthiness in all you do
- A sense of fun and enjoyment in your work
- A commitment to celebrating diversity
We warmly invite you to apply for this role. Nau mai, haere mai, let your leadership journey continue at Te Uho o te Nikau.
Applications close 1:00 pm Friday 3 May. Position commences on Monday 22 July 2024.
Please visit the school website https://www.tenikau.school.nz/. Details to arrange a visit to the school are on page 11 of the application pack.
If you have any queries, please email or phone Tanya Prentice on 09 953 0523 or email Julie Schumacher
