Ilminster Intermediate Gisborne

Principal

Lead our kura to excellence

About us

Established in 1960, Ilminster is nestled in Kaiti, east of Gisborne township, on the banks of the Waimata River.

Ko Titirangi, ki Tūranga te maunga
Ko Te Waimatā te awa, e whāwhai tonu te rerenga
Ko Te Wharau te pūkaki, kei tata tonu
Ko Te Poho ō Rāwiri te marae
Nā Ngāti Oneone te mana whenua

Our vision, ‘Simply the Best’ – Te Taumata o Angitu, aims to empower students with skills, knowledge, and understanding to meet the qualities of Ko te Korero Paetahi – our graduate profile. This profile focuses on: education, culture, community, wellbeing, and values. The values our ākonga strive for are being positive, respectful, responsible, inclusive, and safe, while engaging with a curriculum that reflects their identity and community.

Our community, and our students acknowledge our responsibility to Te Tiriti, embracing the rich historical architecture of our whenua and its people.

The opportunity

We seek an innovative, compassionate, and dynamic leader to join our kura as principal. 

Lead a team ready to innovate and celebrate diversity. Guide us toward a successful future.

Key responsibilities

• Wellbeing: Foster a collaborative and inclusive environment for all.
• Community engagement: Strengthen connections with whānau and the wider community.
• Cultural responsiveness: Integrate culturally responsive practices, particularly for Māori students.
• Innovative professional leadership: Inspire staff and students to progress with vision and innovation.
• Curriculum knowledge: Has a deep understanding of curriculum development and new educational initiatives.

Desired qualities

• Collaborative and inclusive, valuing staff input.
• Visible and hands-on, actively involved in school life.
• Kind, firm but compassionate, balancing high expectations with empathy.
• Culturally responsive, fostering an inclusive environment.
• Community-minded, building strong relationships.