Boarding Supervisor - CJ House

Nelson College for Girls; Nelson; On-site; NZD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Nelson College for Girls Boarding Hostel, CJ House, is seeking a part-time supervisor to join our warm, family‑oriented team. The role supports boarders aged Year 7 to Year 13, ensuring safety, wellbeing and engagement in a vibrant residential community.

The hours are 19 per week with a schedule that includes 17.5 paid hours and three 30‑minute unpaid breaks. We value effective communication, empathy and the ability to work both collaboratively and independently to create a supportive living

Qualifications

• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Empathy and the ability to relate to teenagers.
• Team player with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee boarding house students to ensure safety and wellbeing.
• Foster a supportive, fun and inclusive living environment.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents and staff.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Independence

Student safety

Job description

Nelson College for Girls Boarding Hostel, CJ House, is a home away from home, offering a warm, caring and fun environment whereby our boarders are encouraged and given opportunities to grow in confidence and independence. Our culture and environment also encourage boarders to build lifetime friendships.

CJ House has boarders aged from year 7 to year 13. We have dedicated Boarding House Supervisors who provide our boarders with wonderful care. We are now looking for a part-time supervisor to join our team. This role would suit a dedicated superstar who would relish the opportunity to work in a vibrant, fun, family-oriented environment.

The hours will be 19 per week, with 17.5 paid hours and 3x 30 minute unpaid breaks. Below is the proposed schedule, with some flexibility for negotiation:

Term time is busy with the buzz of students. To be successful in this position you need to be an effective communicator, able to listen and be empathic, while still maintaining a high level of oversight of our students/boarders. You will need to have a good understanding and tolerance of modern teenagers, be able to recognise what is fun and when boarders may need additional support. You will need to be an energetic, enthusiastic team player, able to work both collaboratively and independently, think on your feet and always ensure the safety and wellbeing of our students.

is fun and when boarders may need additional support. You will need to be an energetic, enthusiastic team player, able to work both collaboratively and independently, think on your feet and always ensure the safety and wellbeing of our students.