Deputy Principal – Learning Support, PB4L and Enrolments

Western Heights High School is a vibrant, co-educational secondary school in Rotorua committed to driving academic excellence, cultural pride, and inclusive education for all whānau and rangatahi.

Key requirements and expected attributes

We are looking for an exceptional educational leader who demonstrates:

• Professional leadership and collaboration: A track record of effective team leadership, professional growth cycles, staff development, and active contribution to SLT decisions.
• Commitment to Taumata Rau and Te Tiriti o Waitangi: A commitment to continuous improvement, bicultural responsiveness, and weaving the ideals of our school pepeha into daily school life.
• Student-centred pastoral and inclusive focus: Deep understanding of adolescent health, student hauora, restorative practices, and inclusive learning systems.
• Data-informed decision making: Competency in data collection, analysis, interpretation, and monthly reporting to the Principal and Board of Trustees.

Start date: Term 1 2027 (or by negotiation)