College Principal

• Superior Education Leadership Role
• Innovative ‘parallel education’ structure, IB and NCEA
• Pre-eminent Independent School in the Southern Hemisphere

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About the Role:

The Board, through the Executive Trustee, is seeking a true leader who can work in close partnership with the other schools’ Principals, the Senior Leadership team, its diverse communities and forge strong links with the broader educational community both in New Zealand and globally.

The focus will be on providing clear direction and leadership for the College, with broad accountability for its students, staff, assets, reputation, roll and financial performance.

Skills & Experience:

Credible candidates will possess:

• educational leadership and management experience at a senior level,
• experience in or being able to demonstrate an affinity for an Independent, faith-based School environment.
• A track record in meeting key commercial goals and the consolidation of brand positioning.

About the Company:

With a reputation for excellence in its academic, sporting and cultural programmes, Saint Kentigern College is recognised by parents and educators as one of New Zealand’s leading faith-based, independent and co-educational schools for students from Year 7 to Year 13.

Saint Kentigern reflects its strong Presbyterian origins, with a strong emphasis on values, servant leadership and pastoral care at its core. Widely recognised as a leader in educational practice with its innovative ‘parallel education’ structure, the College offers Year 12 and 13 students the choice between International Baccalaureate (IB) and NCEA (National Certificate of Educational achievement). It has some of the best school sporting facilities in New Zealand with over 25 different sporting codes and approximately 260 sports teams representing the College. Co-curricular activity is integral to College’s pursuit of a well-rounded education and includes a well-established Arts Programme. Specialist staff help provide a wide range of opportunities for students to strive for excellence in their activity of choice.

To apply in strict confidence now, click ‘Apply for this job’ or email your cover letter and CV to [email protected] quoting 7902kea. Applications close on 22 April 2022. Emails will be electronically acknowledged and further correspondence may be by email.

To view the Candidate Briefing document, please visit www.sheffield.co.nz.

For more information please phone Rebecca Jamieson on +64 21 983 176