Our Client
St Mark’s School, Opawa, is a vibrant state integrated Anglican full-primary school (Years 0–8) with a rich history dating back to 1921. Located in the heart of the thriving Opawa suburb in Christchurch, the school is built on the foundation of Christian faith, which is central to its identity and daily life. The school is a strong Christian community with a forward-thinking, inclusive curriculum, offering a broad range of educational opportunities, including gifted education, specialist teaching, and targeted support programmes. Committed to excellence in both academic and pastoral care, St Mark’s fosters a positive and engaged school community, where the Christian faith is lived and modelled by staff and students alike. With a dedicated parent network and strong ties to the local church, St Mark’s provides an enriching environment for both students and staff, making it an exciting place to work and grow professionally.
For more information please visit: http://www.saintmarks.school.nz
The Role
Reporting to the Principal, the Deputy Principal will play a pivotal role in the leadership and daily operations of St Mark’s School. This position requires a willingness and ability to take part in religious instruction in keeping with the Special Character of the school. The role will support the Principal in guiding the strategic direction of the school, ensuring excellence in teaching, learning and pastoral care, while providing values driven leadership across curriculum, staff development and day to day operations. This position also includes a teaching component, providing the opportunity to model outstanding classroom practice. As Deputy Principal, you will hold a central responsibility for upholding the gospel of Jesus Christ, and living and promoting the values that shape all aspects of school life.
Skills and Experience
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate proven teaching and leadership experience, with the ability to inspire and motivate staff while fostering a positive and inclusive school culture. You will bring experience in curriculum leadership across Years 0–8, with a strong focus on high quality teaching and student achievement, alongside well developed organisational and operational management skills, including strategic planning, staff development, and health and safety compliance. Strong relationship building skills with students, staff, parents and the wider community will be essential, together with a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally responsive practice. A personal alignment with the Anglican special character of St Mark’s will enable you to contribute to and support the mission of the school.
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To Apply
If you are a committed and experienced leader ready to make a meaningful impact in a thriving school community, we would welcome your application. To join St Mark’s School and contribute to shaping its future, please submit your cover letter and CV by clicking the appropriate ‘Apply’ button. Initial confidential phone enquiries can be made to Rosie Robinson on 027 221 2080 or Kase Craig on 021 657 328
Applications for this role close at 5pm on 26 September 2025
