School Administrator
- The University of Waikato
- New Zealand, WKO
- Jun 3, 2026
Job Description:
Support a busy School of Education with administration, coordination and service that helps staff thrive.
- Varied role supporting a leading education school
- Collaborative team and meaningful work every day
- Permanent role with excellent University benefits
Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga Ngā - About the role
Join Te Kura Toi Tangata School of Education and play an important role supporting one of New Zealand’s leading education schools.
As School Administrator, you will be part of a professional and collaborative team providing a wide range of administrative services that contribute to the effective day-to-day running of the School. You will work closely with the School Manager, Head of School and academic staff to deliver seamless support across administration, finance, staff onboarding, committee servicing, event coordination and school operations.
This is a varied role where no two days are quite the same. You will coordinate meetings and logistics, support staff with University systems and processes, manage contract staffing administration, assist with financial processes and help maintain efficient systems that support teaching and research activities.
You will bring a proactive and service-focused approach, enjoy building strong relationships and take pride in helping things run smoothly behind the scenes. Your contribution will directly support staff and help create a positive experience across the School.
This is a permanent, part-time role (0.6 FTE 22.5 hours per week) based at our Hamilton campus. Flexibility to increase hours during peak periods is required.
Salary will be in the range of $73,235 to $87,024 per annum pro rata, depending on the skills, knowledge and experience you bring.
For more information on the role please see the position description. If, after reading the position description you would like a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Karen Harris, School Manager at [email protected] . All applications must be submitted through the online portal; emailed applications will not be accepted.
Ko wai koe? – Who are you?
You will be an organised and approachable administrator who enjoys working in a busy environment and supporting a wide range of people.
You will bring:
- Proven administration, customer service and planning experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
- Confidence using a range of computer systems and learning new processes quickly
- High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
- A proactive approach with sound judgement and problem-solving skills
- The ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- A professional and calm approach when managing competing demands
- Strong relationship-building skills and a commitment to high-quality service
- A demonstrated understanding of working respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds
- Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and awareness of Māori and Pacific cultures
Experience in a university or tertiary education environment would be an advantage but is not essential.
Ko wai mātou? – Who are we?
Te Kura Toi Tangata School of Education sits within Te Wānanga Toi Tangata Division of Education and offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across initial teacher education, counselling, social work, educational leadership, disability and inclusion studies, human development and digital learning.
As a leader in education in Aotearoa New Zealand, we are committed to enhancing education through teaching, research and professional services. Our School values collaboration, innovation and creating meaningful impact through education.
He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position?
We want you to be part of our success! Our university stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.
The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here.
Ko te Tangata - For the People
The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.
E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.
Applications Close on: Thursday 25th June 2026
Requisition number: 1003676
The University of Waikato holds a special place in the New Zealand university system. Since its inception in 1964 when it was created by the demands of the local community, the University has shown a commitment to innovation and to...
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Job Description:
Support a busy School of Education with administration, coordination and service that helps staff thrive.
- Varied role supporting a leading education school
- Collaborative team and meaningful work every day
- Permanent role with excellent University benefits
Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga Ngā - About the role
Join Te Kura Toi Tangata School of Education and play an important role supporting one of New Zealand’s leading education schools.
As School Administrator, you will be part of a professional and collaborative team providing a wide range of administrative services that contribute to the effective day-to-day running of the School. You will work closely with the School Manager, Head of School and academic staff to deliver seamless support across administration, finance, staff onboarding, committee servicing, event coordination and school operations.
This is a varied role where no two days are quite the same. You will coordinate meetings and logistics, support staff with University systems and processes, manage contract staffing administration, assist with financial processes and help maintain efficient systems that support teaching and research activities.
You will bring a proactive and service-focused approach, enjoy building strong relationships and take pride in helping things run smoothly behind the scenes. Your contribution will directly support staff and help create a positive experience across the School.
This is a permanent, part-time role (0.6 FTE 22.5 hours per week) based at our Hamilton campus. Flexibility to increase hours during peak periods is required.
Salary will be in the range of $73,235 to $87,024 per annum pro rata, depending on the skills, knowledge and experience you bring.
For more information on the role please see the position description. If, after reading the position description you would like a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Karen Harris, School Manager at [email protected] . All applications must be submitted through the online portal; emailed applications will not be accepted.
Ko wai koe? – Who are you?
You will be an organised and approachable administrator who enjoys working in a busy environment and supporting a wide range of people.
You will bring:
- Proven administration, customer service and planning experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
- Confidence using a range of computer systems and learning new processes quickly
- High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
- A proactive approach with sound judgement and problem-solving skills
- The ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- A professional and calm approach when managing competing demands
- Strong relationship-building skills and a commitment to high-quality service
- A demonstrated understanding of working respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds
- Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and awareness of Māori and Pacific cultures
Experience in a university or tertiary education environment would be an advantage but is not essential.
Ko wai mātou? – Who are we?
Te Kura Toi Tangata School of Education sits within Te Wānanga Toi Tangata Division of Education and offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across initial teacher education, counselling, social work, educational leadership, disability and inclusion studies, human development and digital learning.
As a leader in education in Aotearoa New Zealand, we are committed to enhancing education through teaching, research and professional services. Our School values collaboration, innovation and creating meaningful impact through education.
He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position?
We want you to be part of our success! Our university stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.
The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here.
Ko te Tangata - For the People
The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.
E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.
Applications Close on: Thursday 25th June 2026
Requisition number: 1003676
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