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Nayland College is a highly-regarded, progressive, co-educational school. We are a Microsoft Showcase school, recognised for educational excellence, and located in the beautiful city of Nelson, giving you the opportunity to teach whilst having access to all the natural beauty and lifestyle options the Nelson/Tasman area is famous for.

The college’s values of success, opportunity, ako and respect underpin our teaching and learning, and your commitment to those values through PB4L and restorative practices is an expectation. As a school we are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and to our vision of ‘toitoi manawa;’ inspiring, engaging and empowering learners to soar high and reach their full potential.

All teaching vacancies will be listed on this page and on the Education Gazette.

Please direct all enquiries to:

Tina Marshall

Email: hr@nayland.school.nz

Address: 166 Nayland Road, Stoke, Nelson 7011

Phone: 03 547 9769

Groundsperson | Maintenance Worker

35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, Permanent, Annual salary $60,216 pro rata to 35 hours ($28.95 per hour)

Nayland College is looking for a reliable and practical Groundsperson | Maintenance Worker to join our property team.

We offer you a permanent role within a supportive team environment with ongoing training and professional development.

This hands-on role is responsible for maintaining the school grounds, outdoor areas and associated facilities in a clean, tidy, safe and well-presented condition. You will work closely with the Maintenance Manager and Business Manager to support the day-to-day upkeep of the school environment.

Key duties include:
  • mowing lawns and maintaining grassed areas
  • trimming hedges and assisting with gardens
  • clearing leaves and debris from paths, courtyards and outdoor areas
  • cleaning courts and hard surfaces
  • water blasting buildings, paths and concrete areas
  • setting up areas for school events
  • maintaining grounds equipment and machinery
  • collecting litter, rubbish and recycling
  • carrying out routine inspections and reporting hazards or maintenance issues
  • assisting with general property duties as required
To be successful, you will have:
  • experience in groundskeeping, maintenance or a similar practical role
  • ability to safely use mowing and grounds equipment
  • good time management and a strong work ethic
  • a proactive attitude and ability to work as part of a team
  • sound health and safety awareness
  • physical fitness and willingness to work outdoors year-round
If you take pride in creating safe, tidy and well-maintained outdoor spaces, we encourage you to apply.

 

Application

Applications close with the Principal at 6pm on Monday 31 August 2026.

Please complete the attached application form here

Include a covering letter and CV detailing qualifications and previous experience, and either email or post to the details below.

Email: hr@nayland.school.nz
Address: Nayland College, 166 Nayland Road, Stoke, Nelson 7011

Interviews

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview ASAP.

Appointment

Starting 18 September 2026 - or later to be negotiated.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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