Our Lady Star of the Sea School (Christchurch) Canterbury
Full time, Permanent
Primary and intermediate (Years 1–8) / kura tuatahi, Principal
English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts
Teaching Principal: Tagged position to commence Term 3, 2026
Our Lady Star of the Sea is a full primary state integrated Catholic school situated in the beautiful seaside village of Sumner in Christchurch and currently has a roll of 103 students.
Our unique location offers an incredible environment in which to teach and learn. Our vision is to provide an educational experience that is Faith-filled with Aroha, inclusive and dynamic and thriving with strong community connections. We want to empower each child to reach their full potential in a positive and nurturing environment catering to their strengths and interests.
This is an exciting opportunity waiting for an innovative, dynamic and highly relational teaching tumuaki to lead our faith and learning community. Building on its current success, you will be able to make the role your own. You will experience and grow Our Lady Star of the Sea community’s faith in action shining with happy students, dedicated and hard-working staff, well connected, positive and involved families, along with strong community and parish relationships. Also, you will have the advantage of utilising a motivated and supportive board to take the school forward.
This position will suit an experienced educational leader with proven leadership skills whose focus is empowering others to grow and succeed.
A willingness and ability to participate in religious instruction appropriate to the special character of the school is a condition of appointment.
We invite and encourage applicants to visit our school.
How to apply
Please request an application pack and direct enquiries to:
Our Lady Star of the Sea School (Christchurch)
Physical address:
45 Colenso Street, Sumner, Christchurch
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