Diocesan School for Girls (Dio) is one of New Zealand’s leading independent Anglican schools for girls from Pre-School to Year 13. Located in Epsom, Auckland, Dio offers both day and boarding options and provides a world leading education to approximately 1700 students. With a proud history and a future-focused approach, Dio is renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation in teaching and learning, and the holistic development of young women.
At Dio, education is more than just learning. It is about empowering girls to be the difference in a changing world. The school’s values of honesty, integrity, respectfulness, and empathy, underpinned by the Māori principles of manaakitanga, whanaungatanga and kotahitanga, guide and inspire students to think critically, act ethically, and contribute meaningfully to the world around them. With state-of-the-art facilities, a vibrant and inclusive community, and a culture of lifelong learning, Dio is a place where students and staff alike are encouraged to be more than they ever imagined.
The Board of Governors now seeks to appoint the next Executive Principal of Diocesan School for Girls. This is a rare opportunity to lead a thriving educational community that blends tradition with innovation. The successful candidate will be a visionary educator with exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills. They will be driven by a bold commitment to girls’ education and the powerful impact that such an education can have, both locally and on the world stage. Candidates will bring a proven track record of success in high-performing educational environments, along with a deep understanding of contemporary pedagogy, and the ability to foster a collaborative and inclusive school culture. The next Executive Principal will lead Dio into its next chapter with confidence, creativity, and purpose. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most respected schools and to make a genuine and lasting impact on the lives of young women.
Diocesan School for Girls will be supported in its global search for this appointment by the executive search firm, Perrett Laver. For further information, or to discuss the role in confidence, please contact James Boyd via email at DioPrincipal@perrettlaver.com
To apply please upload your curriculum vitae and candidate statement to Perrett Laver below quoting reference 7968 by 9am NZT, Monday 1st September.
Perrett Laver will conduct an executive search process in parallel with the public advertisement of the role. Longlisted candidates will be invited to interview with Perrett Laver in mid-September and the Selection Panel will subsequently meet to decide upon a final shortlist for the post early October, following which, formal interviews with Diocesan will take place in mid-October. If you require any reasonable adjustments to assist you in the selection process, please advise us of these so that we can make appropriate arrangements.
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