Wilson School

Principal | Tumuaki

Wilson School is a specialist school located on Auckland’s North Shore. We cater to ORS-funded students aged 5 to 21, offering personalised, high-quality education across a broad geographic area—from Auckland’s CBD to Warkworth. We have satellites in five schools and operate an Outreach Service to local schools. The school has a current roll of 124 students.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a well-resourced school where excellence and equity are paramount. If you are a relational, culturally responsive leader, we warmly welcome your application

We are looking for someone who…

  • is a warm, visionary educator who leads with compassion, integrity, and a deep commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi
  • fosters a positive, inclusive culture grounded in trust, wellbeing (hauora), and student-centred learning
  • champions holistic, inclusive education, student voice, and real-world learning
  • will model ethical leadership, set high expectations, and build strong, authentic relationships with whānau and the wider community
  • embraces shared decision-making and communicates with openness and respect.

We offer …

  • a collegial, fun, and supportive environment
  • a warm, diverse, inclusive, positive and respectful culture to help staff thrive
  • a very supportive board who prioritises wellbeing and ongoing opportunities for professional development

We encourage you to visit our school. Please see page 7 of the application pack for details.

Position commences Mid to late Term 3 or the start of Term 4 as negotiated

Applications close 1:00 pm Friday 18 July 2025