Staff Vacancies

Student Administration Officer

Cornerstone Christian School [CCS] is seeking a warm, organised, and community-minded person to join our administration team in a key student-facing role.

CCS is a Year 1-13 Christian Character School for girls and boys and is committed to helping students learn, serve, and grow in God. We are seeking a capable and relational person to join our Student Administration team.

This position plays an important role in the daily life of the school and is often one of the first points of contact for students, staff, and families throughout the day.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing whole-school student attendance using our KAMAR Student Management SystemManaging the Sick Bay and supporting unwell students / liaison with home
  • Overseeing Lost Property
  • Managing student sign-ins and sign-outs
  • Communicating with parents and caregivers regarding attendance matters
  • Supporting the wider administration team with general student administration duties


Who Would Suit This Position?

This role would suit someone who:

  • Enjoys working with young people and families
  • Is calm, approachable, and able to work well under pressure
  • Has strong organisational and administrative skills
  • Is confident using digital systems and learning new processes
  • Can maintain confidentiality and professionalism
  • Is able to work positively as part of a Christian staff team

Being well known and trusted within the wider school or local community would be a strength in this role, as the position requires strong relationships with students, families, and staff across the school – but is not a requirement.

Previous experience in school administration, attendance management, medical reception, or customer service would be an advantage, although training in KAMAR will be provided for the right applicant.

Applicants must be a participant in and have a willingness and ability to uphold the special character of the school and shall be condition of appointment.

Applications close: Thursday 21st May, 9am
Start date: Tuesday 2nd June (to be negotiated)

To apply, please download the application documents and email or post your application to: Principal’s PA, Cornerstone Christian School, 119 Mihaere Drive, Kelvin Grove, Palmerston North 4414.

Relief Teachers

We require NZ registered relief teachers for our relief teacher pool across all year levels. All staff employed at Cornerstone are required to support and uphold the special character of the school. Please contact one of our Assistant Principals for more information: