Night Care Staff - Residential School

Welcome to Salisbury School, where we are dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for our students. We are currently seeking a passionate and committed individual to join our Night Shift team as a Residential Support.

If you thrive in a dynamic, rewarding role providing essential support to our students during the night, then this opportunity in Richmond is perfect for you. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of our students as part of our dedicated Night Shift department within the Student Support category. This is a permanent, full-time position that offers the chance to contribute meaningfully to the well-being and development of our student community.

Salisbury School is seeking caring, reliable, and values-driven people to join our Night Team as Kaiāwhina (Support Staff). These are awake roles which are central to ensuring our students experience a safe, calm, and nurturing overnight environment.

Positions Available:

1. Permanent Full-Time Night Team Staff Member

• Roster: 4 nights on / 2 nights off
• Ideal for someone seeking consistency and routine

1. Night Staff Reliever

• As required to cover leave and absences
• Ideal for flexibility and casual availability

At Salisbury School, we are committed to student wellbeing, inclusive practice, and a strong culture of care. If you’re someone who brings kindness, reliability, and heart to your work, we would love to hear from you. About the Role

As a Night Team member, you will:

• Provide calm, respectful overnight supervision and care.
• Support student wellbeing and safety throughout the night.
• Work as part of a collaborative residential team but independently on your shift.
• Contribute to a warm, homelike environment where students can rest and feel secure.
• Work confidently within the school’s policies and procedures.
• Bring empathy, discretion, and the ability to remain calm and responsive overnight.

Experience working with young people is highly valued.

About You

We are looking for a confident, independent, and reliable Night Team member who can oversee a residential pod overnight, with on-call support available. You will be someone who:

• Can work autonomously, problem-solve, and use initiative while ensuring student safety and wellbeing.
• Works effectively within school policies and procedures.
• Has a strong record of work attendance and reliability.
• Is a ‘night owl’ and comfortable with shift work.
• Brings previous experience in care, education, health, social services, or a related field.
• Is comfortable using computers and technology; training and induction will be provided.
• Is willing to undertake first aid training (paid by the school) and other induction training, such as medication administration.
• Demonstrates strong communication skills and effective interpersonal abilities, building respectful and supportive relationships with students and colleagues. Is empathetic, discreet, and able to maintain a calm and professional presence overnight.

If you thrive in a supportive, student-focused environment, enjoy the independence of working your own shifts, and are passionate about making a positive difference in young people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply via our careers portal: https://salisburyschool.elmotalent.co.nz/careers/default/job/view/7 All applications must have a Cover Letter, CV, and complete our MOE Application Form, which are all available on the above link.