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“Empower Young women to dare to excel as innovative individuals who are globally connected.”

Hamilton Girls’ High School has shaped and influenced our young women since 1911.

Core values and principles underpin a dynamic learning environment and our students are given every opportunity to aspire to excellence. We cater for the all round educational needs of our young women and offer an outstanding education pathway to ensure the best possible career destination.

Our vision is to be acknowledged as a leading contemporary, New Zealand school specialising in girls’ education.  Through a focus on learning, research and innovation we will be recognised by our own community, the national and international community.

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Hostel

Boarding Supervisor (Nights) – Sonninghill Hostel

We are looking for a positive, committed Boarding Supervisor (Nights) to support young women overnight at Sonninghill Hostel. Working with the Director of Boarding, you will be part of a dynamic team that maintains this ‘home away from home’ for the 136 young women aged between 12 and 18 years who attend Hamilton Girls High School. 

You will provide exceptional pastoral care to the girls, ensuring orderliness and safety at all times. The role also includes administration support, housekeeping and domestic services associated with the running of the Boarding House. The hours will be:

Monday
(12am-6am) – 6hrs
Thursday
(10pm-12am) – 2hrs
Friday
(12am-6am, 10pm-12am) – 8hrs
Saturday
(12am-6.30am, 10pm-12am) – 8.5hrs
Sunday
(12am-6.30am, 10pm-12am) – 8.5hrs

This position is term time only, and excluding Set Leave weekends.

The successful applicant will have:

  • a current first aid certificate,
  • a full, clean driver’s licence,
  • excellent interpersonal and communication skills, 
  • the ability to work as part of a team and independently, 
  • flexibility and the ability to relate to adolescent girls and their families, 
  • organisational, time management, administrations and IT skills, 
  • a calm persona and ability to support students overnight as needed,
  • the ability to apply Hostel procedures consistently to ensure orderliness and safety at all times,
  • a keen awareness and sensitivity towards the pastoral care needs of the 136 young women who board at Sonninghill Hostel. 

 

We encourage our girls to explore and challenge themselves, so you’ll need to have excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport with the girls from all cultures and backgrounds. 

So if you enjoy making a difference in the lives of outstanding young people, and you have a positive history and performance record in the education or pastoral care sectors, please apply now by emailing your CV and Cover letter to [email protected]

Sonninghill Hostel is always on the lookout for casual staff to join our team! As a Boarding Assistant, you’ll be part of a supportive and friendly team, helping ensure our hostel runs smoothly while providing a safe and welcoming environment for our students.  

What We Offer:

Flexible Working Hours – Choose shifts that fit around your schedule!

Variety of Roles & Responsibilities – Every day is different! Help with meal preparation, housekeeping, supervising students, driving students to sporting activities and supporting the hostel team.

A Great Team Environment – Work with a friendly and supportive team, dedicated to making Sonninghill Hostel a great place for both staff and students.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assisting with the day-to-day running of the hostel.

  • Supporting students in a safe and caring environment.

  • Helping with meal services and hostel upkeep.

  • Assisting with activities and student welfare.

Apply Now

If you’re interested in joining our team, please send your CV to [email protected]

 or get in touch for more info!

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If you are interested in relieving at Hamilton Girls’ High School please email Rachel White at [email protected]