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Employment and volunteering opportunities
To be considered for employment with us all successful applicants must complete our pre-employment processes including a comprehensive application form and all relevant pre-employment screens and checks which includes Police Vetting.
The Kind Foundation is committed to providing a Child Safe environment for all children who come into contact with our organisation.
Employment Opportunities
Weekend Housekeeping Team Leader
We’re looking for an experienced Weekend Housekeeping Team Leader to join our team at Hotel Give. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys supporting others, keeps calm under pressure and takes pride in maintaining consistently high standards.
You’ll lead the weekend housekeeping team, organise the daily workload and work alongside team members when needed.
The role is part-time, working 24 hours per week, and applicants must be available to work weekends.
Experience leading a team in a similar accommodation or housekeeping role is required, along with excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills and confidence training and developing staff.
Key responsibilities
Applications close 31 October 2026
Housekeepers, Hotel Give
We’re looking for reliable and motivated housekeepers to join our team at Hotel Give. These roles are ideal for people who take pride in their work, have a great eye for detail and enjoy being part of a supportive team. Previous housekeeping experience is welcome but not essential. We’re happy to train the right person with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Housekeeping shifts operate between 7am and 5pm, seven days a week, so applicants must be available for weekend and public holiday work as part of a roster.
Permanent part-time and fixed-term opportunities are available.
Key responsibilities
Applications close 31 October 2026
Chief Instructor, Wainui Park Camp
We are looking for a experienced outdoor instructor looking to step into a role where they will train, lead, mentor and supervise teams of instructors who are employed seasonally each year.
The successful candidate will be happy to live on site, work varied and adaptable hours to suit operational requirements, and enjoy and appreciate ‘camp life.’
The right person for this role has a love for outdoor education and adventure, is great with people, understands the principles of strengths-based leadership and strengths-based youthwork, and, most importantly, believes in the power of outdoor education to change lives for the better.
Immediate start available.
Key Responsibilities
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Wainui Seasonal Instructors
Applications will open in February 2027 for the 2027-2028 season.
If you are looking for an intern/apprentice opportunity to log hours working with children in the outdoors, to kick-start your outdoor career, or if you are looking for a change of scene while you work out what’s next but have enthusiasm, fitness, and common sense in abundance, a season at Wainui may be perfect for you!
These are full-time salaried roles with expenses for accommodation and meals deducted from your pay.
SEASON DATES
September 2027 to April 2028
Whilst at Wainui Park you will have the opportunity to develop skills in leadership and coaching, outdoor education delivery and develop an ability to work with a wide range of people.
The adventure activities we provide include:
KAYAKING | HIGH ROPES | GIANT SWING | COASTEERING | FLYING FOX | ARCHERY
Volunteering Opportunities
Volunteering at The Kind Foundation
Interested in gaining valuable experience working in your community? We would love to hear from you!
We offer diverse volunteering opportunities across our programmes with an overarching focus on hands-on experience, personal development, and empowering you to make a real difference in your community.
Some of our volunteer roles include
