Homestay Coordinator (International Students) – Fixed-term Part-Time (52 week worker)

Jacqueline from St Catherine's College

St Catherine’s College, a high-performing Catholic school, is seeking a caring and organised Homestay Coordinator to support our international students and homestay families. This fixed-term part-time role, 7 hours per week, includes occasional after-hours support and plays a key role in ensuring students feel safe, welcomed, and well-supported in New Zealand.

Applicants are expected to contribute to the smooth running of the homestay programme and support the special Catholic character of the College.
We are seeking an organised, warm Homestay coordinator to support our International students team.


Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and monitor homestay placements and compliance
Maintain accurate homestay records, including police vetting for adults in the household
Conduct homestay visits and student wellbeing check-ins
Support student arrivals and orientation, including airport pickups
Build and maintain strong relationships with students and homestay families
Liaise with the Finance Administrator regarding payments and invoicing
Provide after-hours support as required

About You
Strong organisational and communication skills
Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Committed to student wellbeing and pastoral care
Full driver licence required
Willing to support the Catholic character of the College
Experience with international students or homestay programmes is advantageous


Additional Information
This is a fixed part time position (52 weeks), 7 hours per week (required to come to school once a week for meetings with the international students team), plus it includes occasional after-hours support. The remuneration is an hourly rate of Grade 3 Step 10 at $33.91 on the Administration Support Staff work matrix, Support Staff in Schools collective Agreement. Looking at a start date of Term 2, 2026. This position is until the end of the year, to be reviewed with the potential of extended hours.

Application Process
Please send a covering letter and CV to : applications@scc.school.nz
Applications close on Monday 30 March, 12noon. The application form can be downloaded from the college website.