We have a vacancy for a Deputy Principal (5PMU) commencing Term 1, 2019.

We have an exciting opportunity for an inspirational leader. Something exciting awaits a dynamic leader who wants to be part of a once in a career experience! Our school is going to be completely demolished and rebuilt meaning we have the fantastic opportunity to create Christchurch’s newest purpose built, 21st century, specialist school for Year 7/8 students.

We are a high achieving, leading intermediate with wonderful culturally diverse students, great staff and a very supportive community. We are enthusiastic about offering this unique opportunity for ambitious teaching professionals who are ready to step into an innovative and challenging leadership role.

This is a fully released position commencing at the beginning of Term 1, 2019.

Our new DP will be a:

• Clear communicator who has the ability to initiate, lead and sustain change

• Clear strategic thinker who can lead, manage and empower/inspire others

• Culturally responsive practitioner with a proven track record and who will lead by example

• Future focused, visionary leader who is prepared to take risks and able to think differently

• Competent and confident user of digital technologies

• Knowledgeable and skilled in developing an integrated but rigorous curriculum through modern learning pedagogies

• Effective communicator.

Visits to our school are encouraged. Please contact the Principal’s PA, details below.

Applications close 12pm, Thursday 18 October 2018. Application packs are available through the Principal's PA at christine.lambie@cobham.school.nz