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St Andrew's College (Christchurch) Canterbury

Boarding House Manager – MacGibbon House

  • Full-time
  • Permanent

About the role

St Andrew's College is recognised for its commitment to providing an outstanding boarding experience where students are supported to thrive academically, socially and personally. Boarding is an integral part of college life, and we seek a highly capable and motivated educator to manage MacGibbon House and contribute to our vibrant boarding community.

The house manager is responsible for the pastoral care, wellbeing and day-to-day operation of MacGibbon House (junior boys), leading a dedicated team of staff and fostering a positive, supportive and inclusive environment for boarders. The successful applicant will have a genuine commitment to the development of young people, strong interpersonal and organisational skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with students, families and colleagues.

We are seeking an experienced secondary school teacher who understands the academic, pastoral and co-curricular dimensions of school life. Applicants should demonstrate a proven ability to work effectively with adolescents and contribute positively to a boarding environment.

The college promotes and enjoys a collaborative and supportive culture and is committed to the ongoing professional development of its staff. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant contribution to the lives of young people within one of New Zealand's leading boarding schools.

Full-time, permanent residential position, with accommodation provided as part of the role, starting January 2027.

Please state your specialist teaching subject areas, New Zealand teaching registration status, and co-curricular strengths in your application.

Applications for this position close 9am on Monday 9 November 2026.

To view the position description please click on the following link.

https://stac.nz/BoardingHouseManager2026

For further information and to apply, please contact Matt Parr, Director of Boarding.

Email: [email protected]

More about the role

Job description or information pack online

Direct enquiries to:

Matt Parr, Director of Boarding

How to apply

Email your CV and cover letter to: [email protected]

Role details

Role
Other
Sector
Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura
Position
Full-time, Permanent
Learning areas
English, Health and PE, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Te reo Māori, Technology, The arts
Region
Canterbury

Employer

St Andrew's College (Christchurch)

347 Papanui Road, Bryndwr, Christchurch

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