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Permanent Part-Time Position

Pakūranga College is seeking to employ a Homestay & Administration Assistant to work in our International Students Department.

This is a permanent part-time position for 37.5 hours per week for secondary school term times. This role may involve work during the evenings and weekends and there may be additional hours required during the school holidays.

Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Support Staff in Schools Collective Agreement and this position has been graded as Grade 3 of the Administration category. The hourly rate will be based on experience.

The position will include tasks such as:

• Supporting and assisting the Homestay Co-ordinators.
• Homestay provider recruitment process.
• Compilation of student profile information for host families.
• Ongoing support of students and their host families.
• Assisting with meeting the reporting requirements of the Code of Practice.
• Student arrival and departure transport as required.
• Supporting and assisting the International Administration Manager with admin duties.
• Supporting and assisting the International Director and Student Manager as requested.
• Managing the police vetting process.
• Maintaining the student records both physical and digital.
• Assisting with the student visa process.

The successful applicant will have:

• The ability to relate to teenagers from all cultures.
• Previous experience with Homestay placement and knowledge of the Code of Practice for International students and relevant. Ministry of Education guidelines is an advantage but not essential as training will be provided.
• The ability to work both independently and as a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills – excellent written and spoken English.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Planning  and organisational skills.
• Full drivers licence and vehicle.
• The ability to be flexible with working times to meet the demands of the International Office.

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply for this position. Appointment and commencement is subject to a satisfactory police vet.

Applications close at 5.00pm on Sunday, 7 June. Please apply in writing including a cover letter, CV, application guidelines and at least two referees to:

Carol Stephenson
Executive Officer
[email protected]

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Commerce and Social Sciences teacher to join our thriving Social Sciences Faculty. The position commences at the beginning of Term 3.

Pakūranga College has a collaborative and dynamic Social Sciences Faculty. The successful candidate will have experience in Commerce and Social Sciences teaching across a range of year levels and abilities, and a willingness to support a variety of social science pathways.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A strong understanding of the New Zealand Curriculum in Social Sciences and Commerce.
• Enthusiasm for contributing to and developing innovative pathways.
• The ability to connect with and inspire a diverse range of learners.
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and inclusive education practices.
• Willingness to work collaboratively within a creative team environment.

If you would like to discuss the role or arrange a visit to meet us beforehand, please contact our Deputy Principal, Larraine Barton, via [email protected]

Applications will be assessed progressively, and interviewing may commence before the advert closes at 4.00pm on Monday, 25 May.

Please apply in writing, including a cover letter, CV, application guidelines and at least two referees to:

Candice-Lee Dennis
[email protected]
09 534 7159