Posted 25 August, 2026
Pastoral Supervisor - Weekend Day time
Rangi Ruru Girls' School
Christchurch, CAN, NZ
Full Time
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Job Description
Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Rangi Ruru Girls’ School is a leading, innovative educational environment for young women from Year 7 to Year 13. We are proud of our strong boarding community and our commitment to supporting student wellbeing in a safe, nurturing and structured environment. We are seeking a compassionate and organised Pastoral Supervisor to join our boarding team. Working 15.5 hours per week during term time (Saturday 8.00am-4.00pm and Sunday 8.00am-3.30pm), you will provide daytime weekend pastoral care to approximately 130 girls in Years 9 to 13, ensuring they feel supported, heard, and cared for. If you have a warm presence and a calm, reliable approach, you’ll thrive in this highly rewarding position. About the Role As a Pastoral Supervisor, you will play a key role in supporting the wellbeing and day-to-day experience of students within our boarding community. You will help create a homely and supportive environment where students feel safe and respected. Working closely with the boarding team, you will provide high-quality pastoral care, build positive relationships, and help students navigate personal and academic challenges in a safe, supportive environment. This is a people-focused, hands-on role where no two days are the same. You will support students through daily challenges, celebrate their successes, and help create a positive and enriching boarding experience. The role includes supporting students during prep (homework) sessions, encouraging positive study habits, supervising activities both within the house and off-site, and promoting a calm, structured and engaging boarding environment. You will also assist with administrative tasks, including record-keeping and communication logs, helping to ensure the smooth operation of the boarding house Key Responsibilities Provide daily pastoral care and wellbeing support for boarding students Maintain a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment within the boarding house Support students during prep (homework) sessions and encourage positive study habits Plan and supervise on-site and off-site activities for boarders Respond calmly and appropriately to student concerns or behavioural issues Complete administrative tasks, including record-keeping and communication logs Communicate clearly and regularly with the boarding team regarding student needs Provide daytime supervision and support to ensure a positive boarding environment We’re Looking for Someone Who Is: Warm, empathetic and genuinely committed to supporting young people Highly organised, reliable and able to maintain consistent routines A strong communicator with the ability to build positive relationships Calm under pressure with sound judgement and problem-solving skills A team player who contributes positively to a supportive staff culture #J-18808-Ljbffr