International Support and Groups Coordinator Vacancy

August 2025

Paraparaumu College is a proud co-educational school of around 1,500 students, situated on the beautiful Kāpiti Coast. We enjoy a spacious campus, a growing roll, an innovative approach to learning, and a commitment to achieving the highest equitable outcomes for our students.

We are currently seeking an experienced administrator to join our thriving International Hub. This is a permanent part-time position, 30 hours, Monday to Friday (52 weeks per year including annual leave), with additional hours required during international group visits. Some after hours work will be required.

Role Overview:

The International Support and Groups Coordinator will work closely with the International Director to provide essential administrative support for our international students and their families.

Key responsibilities include:

• Producing newsletters for agents, students, and homestay families

• Preparing international student reports

• Supporting the planning and delivery of extra-curricular activities, pre-arrival preparations, and departures

• Updating the international pages on the college website

• Coordinating visiting international groups during their stay at the College

• Providing support to international students to ensure a positive experience

Key Attributes:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Strong organisational and administrative abilities

• Cultural awareness and empathy

• Proficiency with IT and computer skills, particularly Google Workspace

• Familiarity with New Zealand schooling and curriculum

If you are comfortable working with students and their families and have a strong administration background and this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

If you would like more information please contact our International Director, Jacqui Carr at crj@pc.school.nz.

Please submit your cover letter, CV and a completed support staff application form to und@pc.school.nz.

This position closes Friday 15 August 2025 at 12 noon.

International Homestay Coordinator and Student Support Vacancy

(Fixed term 12 month Parental Leave cover)

4 August 2025

Paraparaumu College is a proud co-educational school of around 1,500 students situated on the beautiful Kāpiti Coast.  We enjoy a spacious campus with a growing roll, an innovative approach to learning, and a strong commitment to achieving the highest equitable outcomes for all our students.

We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individual to join our support staff team in the International Department for 12 month fixed term parental leave cover. This is a 30 hours, Monday to Friday, term time only, with additional days required during term breaks. Some weeks may require work after office hours.

Role Overview:

The International Homestay Coordinator and Student Support role works closely with the International Director to deliver a vibrant programme and create positive experiences for our international students. This role involves recruiting and supporting homestay hosts, ensuring the successful placement, monitoring, and ongoing support of students in their homestays, and managing the administration and compliance tasks essential to the programme’s success.

Key Requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.

• Experience working with young people is essential; experience within an educational environment is highly desirable.

• Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity, with an understanding of the opportunities and challenges presented by cultural differences.

• Well-developed organisational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in administration and computer systems.

• Ability to manage time effectively in a busy, dynamic, and fun environment.

• A valid full driver’s licence is required.

We offer a friendly, supportive team environment and a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in the lives of our international students. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

For a job description and application form please see below:

If you would like more information about this position please contact Jacqui Carr, International Director, at crj@paraparaumucolllege.school.nz

Please submit your cover letter, CV and a completed support staff application form to Debbie Underwood, und@pc.school.nz.

This position closes Friday 15 August 2025 at 12 noon.