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SpanishDeputy Principal
We are looking for a curious, fun DP, who is passionate about working in a specialist school setting with children and young adults who have a range of learning needs to join our dynamic team of professionals as one of our DPs has been appointed as the new Principal from the start of Term 4.
This role is suitable for someone with leadership experience, who is able to be part of our Fairhaven shared vision, creating excellence in specialist education whilst understanding people contribute in unique and different ways.
We are a small kura with a big heart, with a roll of approximately 100 students.
About us: Fairhaven school is an innovative school, always seeking new ways to support our students to learn and achieve. We are a proactive, neurodivergent affirming, trauma informed and culturally responsive school. We are globally connected to other specialist schools and therapy services and maintain strong local links with mana whenua within Te Matau-a-Māui, Hawkes Bay. We work alongside other agencies who are committed to providing the best outcomes for children and young adults. We have a commitment to Te Tiriti, and to working collaboratively with whānau, our local schools who host our off-site satellite classes and our community.
About you: You will work within a collaborative leadership team that values trust, adventure, compassion and curiosity. You will lean into the existing structures and knowledge within the school and be courageous and brave with bringing new ideas.
We want you to bring your gentle enthusiasm, creativity, and commitment to creating an inclusive, collaborative focussed, learning environment for students, staff and whānau.
As our school is on various sites, a current driver’s license is essential.
Start date: Term 4 2025 or by negotiation.
The terms and conditions, including base salary, for this position is set by the relevant collective agreement. The base salary for trained and registered teachers will range from $66,586 to $103,086 depending on applicant’s qualifications and experience. In addition, you will receive four permanent units and a special duties allowance. Individuals’ actual base salary will be established by a salary assessment once a role is confirmed.
School visits are encouraged.
For further information and to apply for the position please download our application pack and application form below
