Head of Boarding — Live Onsite, Lead Student Wellbeing

Independent Schools of New Zealand; Hamilton; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site accommodation

Job summary

Southwell School in Hamilton invites applications for Head of Boarding. This full-time leadership role oversees the Boarding House, ensuring a warm, structured environment for boarders and staff.

The successful candidate will live on-site in school-provided accommodation and guide welfare, staffing, and daily rostering. Applicants should have teaching qualifications, with experience in pastoral or residential care preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in pastoral care, residential care, or education.
• Leadership background is welcome, but attitude and organisational capability are key.
• Qualified teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Boarding House.
• Live on site in school-provided accommodation.
• Provide welfare support to boarding students, staff, and families.
• Lead the boarding team and manage duty rosters.
• Direct clinic and nightoversight with supervisory care.

Skills

Pastoral care

Residential care

Leadership

Communication

Teaching

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Southwell School in Hamilton invites applications for Head of Boarding. This full-time leadership role oversees the Boarding House, ensuring a warm, structured environment for boarders and staff.

The successful candidate will live on-site in school-provided accommodation and guide welfare, staffing, and daily rostering. Applicants should have teaching qualifications, with experience in pastoral or residential care preferred.