St Matthew's School (Marton) Manawatu/Whanganui

Tumuaki | Principal / DRS

St Matthew’s School Marton, is a state integrated Catholic full primary school in the heart of Marton. With a current roll of 59 and stability over the past six years, our school offers the unique opportunity to lead within a close-knit, culturally rich community, while enjoying easy access to Whanganui, Palmerston North and the wider Rangitīkei and Manawatū regions. 

Grounded in our Catholic worldview and mercy values of hospitality, compassion, service, excellence, social justice and respect, we believe every learner carries the potential for greatness.

We seek an inspiring teaching principal (0.6 teaching / 0.4 release) and director of religious studies to continue our legacy and lead our school’s spiritual and educational journey. This special character position requires a committed and practising Catholic who will uphold and strengthen our Catholic special character.

You will demonstrate proven capability in leading learning and school improvement, with an up-to-date understanding of Tō Tātou Whakapono – Our Faith, the Religious Education Curriculum for Catholic Schools, alongside the refreshed New Zealand Curriculum, and a commitment to engaging thoughtfully with their ongoing development. You will be an excellent classroom practitioner who models high-quality, student-centred teaching, embraces innovation, and confidently implements structured approaches to literacy and mathematics. As a relational leader, you will sustain our treasured family-like culture where every learner feels safe, known and valued.

You will be supported by a dedicated Board, skilled staff and a strong parish partnership.

We warmly welcome your application and encourage you to visit our school to experience our vibrant community firsthand.

Willingness and ability to participate in religious instruction appropriate to the special character of the school is a condition of appointment.