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Woodford House believes that its staff, both teaching and non-teaching, are its most valuable resource. Our School nurtures a dynamic professional learning community that celebrates creativity, engagement and critical thinking. We nurture each girl who walks through our doors so that her light shines brighter.

If we don’t have any vacancies at the moment that align with your skill set, but you would like to express an interest in joining our team, please send your CV to [email protected]

Maintenance and Facilities Coordinator

Permanent, Full time (40 hours), Whole year 

Woodford House is seeking a reliable Maintenance and Facilities Coordinator to support the upkeep and presentation of our school campus. This permanent, full time role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands on maintenance, gardening, and physical work. Reporting to the Custodian, you’ll work independently and with the grounds team to keep buildings and grounds safe, functional, and well presented. 

About the Role 

The Maintenance and Facilities Coordinator supports the upkeep of the school campus. Working to maintenance plans and prioritising repairs as required, within timeframes and budgets. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Carry out general maintenance, repairs, and minor building projects 
  • Maintain gardens, grounds, and outdoor areas to a high standard 
  • Support site presentation, safety, and functionality, including pools, vehicles, and driveways 
  • Supports maintenance planning, and record keeping 
  • Assist with event set-ups and general site upkeep 
  • Ensure health, safety, and compliance with fire and property regulations

About You 

  • Has experience in maintenance, building, grounds work, or a related trade 
  • Trade experience or certification is an advantage (but not essential) 
  • Enjoys gardening and physical, hands-on work 
  • Is self-motivated, reliable, and able to work unsupervised 
  • Has good attention to detail and takes pride in their work 
  • Communicates well with a wide range of people 
  • Is committed to supporting young people in a school environment 

 

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand and satisfactorily pass all pre-employment checks such as Police Vetting and reference checking. 

How to apply 

Click the link below to submit your CV and Cover Letter.

Applications close on Sunday 22 February 2026. 

For enquiries about the role please contact Vickie Hope, Director of People and Administration at [email protected]  

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Payroll and Boarding Assistant

Permanent, Part-time 32 hours per week, 52 weeks

Woodford House, a leading Anglican Special Character, state-integrated, boarding and day school for Year 7 – 13 girls, in Hawke’s Bay is seeking to appoint a permanent, part-time, to join our passionate and enthusiastic administration team. We nurture each girl who walks through our doors so that her light shines brighter. 

 About the Role 

Woodford House is seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Payroll and Boarding Assistant to join our Administration team. This is a varied and people-facing role that combines end-to-end payroll responsibilities with boarding administration support, working closely with staff, students, parents, and external agencies. This role reports to the Director of People and Administration and is an important role in the high performing, friendly and helpful administration team. 

 Key responsibilities include: 

  • Accurately process weekly payroll and maintain compliant records, databases, and leave per legislation. 
  • Coordinate with Education Payroll on staff changes, relief, timesheets, and act as liaison for payroll queries. 
  • Ensure payroll controls, reporting, audit requirements, and PAYE returns are met and support annual audits within deadlines. 
  • Handle boarding enquiries during school hours and administer related forms, consents, and Transfer of Care. 
  • Support EOTC, boarding activities, pastoral care administration, and maintain emergency, evacuation, and logistics procedures for boarders. 
  • Manage boarding systems, records, reports, supplies, linen, maintenance assistance, and year-end processes. 
  • Provide backup and maintain office operations in the Administration team during absences, showing flexibility to support school operations and uphold policies and special character. 

 

About You 

The successful candidate will be an experienced administrator, who enjoys wearing multiple hats and brings strong judgment, initiative, and organisational savvy to every task.  

  • Minimum three years’ experience in payroll management. 
  • Strong administrative background in complex or fast-paced environments. 
  • High accuracy and attention to detail, especially with numerical work. 
  • Proficient in Excel and payroll systems. 
  • Experience supporting audits and meeting deadlines under pressure. 
  • Confident interpersonal skills for engaging with teenagers, parents, and staff. 
  • Professional, discreet, and excellent at customer service. 
  • Proactive, logical, and solutions-focused attitude. 
  • Previous experience in a school or education setting preferred, but not essential. 

 

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand and satisfactorily pass all pre-employment checks such as Police Vetting and reference checking. 

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a busy environment, enjoy balancing numbers with people, and bring strong payroll and administrative experience, we’d love to hear from you. 

How to apply 

Click the link below to submit your CV and Cover Letter.

Applications close on Sunday 22 February 2026. 

For enquiries about the role please contact Vickie Hope, Director of People and Administration at [email protected]  

Click here to apply

Assistant Director of Boarding

Permanent, Full Time, Term time only

About us: 

Woodford House, a leading special character, state-integrated, boarding and day school for Year 7 – 13 girls, in Hawke’s Bay is seeking to appoint a permanent, Assistant Director of Boarding to join our passionate and enthusiastic team. We nurture each girl who walks through our doors so that her light shines brighter.  

 About the Role 

This newly created role of Assistant Director of Boarding will provide leadership and ensure a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for our boarding students. Working closely as part of the Boarding leadership team, you will oversee daily operations, lead a team of Boarding Supervisors, and champion student wellbeing and compliance with health and safety standards. 

The role of Assistant Director of Boarding is required in term time only, (on average 60 hrs per week, including sleeping).

The hours are:

Wednesday 2.30pm – Thursday 8.30am

Thursday 2.45pm – Friday 8.30am

Friday 2.30pm – Saturday 8.30am

Saturday 5pm – Sunday 8.30am  (fortnightly)

Key Responsibilities 

  • Manage operations across Boarding Houses while on shift. 

  • Lead and develop the Boarding Supervisor team. 
  • Ensure high standards of pastoral care and student wellbeing. 
  • Maintain compliance with health and safety and school policies. 
  • Build strong relationships with parents and the wider school community. 

 

What We’re Looking For 

  • Experience in boarding, education, or a care environment. 
  • Strong leadership and team management skills. 
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities. 
  • Commitment to student welfare and a positive boarding experience. 
  • Computer literacy (Microsoft Office, KAMAR, Orah, Schoology). 

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand and satisfactorily pass all pre-employment checks such as Police Vetting and reference checking. 

Join us in creating a caring, inclusive, and inspiring environment for our students. 

How to apply 

An application form can be downloaded below. 

To apply, please send your completed application form and CV to Vickie Hope, Director of People and Administration, at [email protected] by Sunday 1 February 2026.  

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