Following the appointment of the current Head of Secondary School/Deputy Headmaster, Dr John Kinniburgh, as Headmaster of Toowoomba Grammar School, Prince Alfred College is now seeking to appoint another exceptional educator to this position, commencing in Term 1, 2021.

Prince Alfred College is a leading, Uniting Church, day and boarding, boys’ school located in Adelaide, South Australia. Having recently celebrated its 150th anniversary, the College aims to be a recognised leader in boys’ education.

Reporting to the Headmaster, this critical position is responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of all aspects of the operations and pastoral care programs of our Secondary School (Years7-12).  As Deputy Headmaster, this position will support the Headmaster in a range of ways and will deputise for him at appropriate times.

The successful applicant will be an outstanding educational leader with a proven record of leading high-quality secondary school programs and a keen interest and expertise in boys’ education.

Details about the position and the application process may be found on our website www.pac.edu.au

Applications, together with the names and contact details of three referees, should be addressed to Mr Bradley Fenner, Headmaster, and sent via email to careers@pac.edu.au by 5pm Friday 29 May 2020.

Are you ready for a career change that inspires?

Tiwi College now has a rewarding opportunity for 2 Family Group Home Parents to join the staff team. One position is for a full time parent and the other is for a 0.5 position. This is a role preferably fulfilled by a couple who provide supervision and care for approximately twelve 12-18 year old either male or female boarding students in your home. You will be responsible for; ensuring students follow program routines and are prepared for school each day, the food orders, assisting the coordination of recreational activities and facilitating a 'life skills program' in your home. Regular communication with Coordinator, other Family Group Home parents and teachers is an essential part of the role. The current Family Group Home staff team consists of 8 FGHs with a strong Christian Pacific Island background.

The role is well suited to a passionate and energetic couple who have a very empathetic approach and enjoys working with young adults whilst embracing their challenges and adventures.  The successful individuals will need to reside with the young men/women and work as a team during the students boarding activities.

All applicants must have an interest in Aboriginal education and culture and be prepared to embrace, learn and work within the Tiwi cultural space. 

A remote opportunity with a difference

Tiwi College prides itself on its strong community culture which has evolved over the last 10 years to result in good student attendance and retention rates. As a relatively new and well-resourced facility, staff have excellent conditions as part of their work entitlements and due to all of these factors, staff satisfaction levels and retention rates are extremely high.

For your hard work and dedication, you will have access to a host of benefits including:

• Fully paid accommodation, phone, internet and utilities;
• Subsidised flights off the Island;
• Free weekly delivery of food during term time;
• Relocation assistance.

  If you are an empathetic person looking for a new adventure and an opportunity to make a difference to the lives of the young Tiwi, then this could be the role for you! Apply now and become part of the "Picka Family".

  To find out more about the school copy and paste the following links into your browser:

  See our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TiwiCollege.NT/

  School Location: http://bit.ly/2cRF4ps

  Tiwi College Website: www.tiwicollege.com

  The Hayden Reynolds Tiwi College Project: www.tiwigarden.com

  Anyone who would like to apply for this position should provide the following:

Resume 

Cover letter detailing experiences and explaining why they would like this role.

Names and contact details of three referees (one of whom must be your current employer)

This can be done via Seek application or email to: jill.lees@ntschools.net

Position commencement is negotiable either term 3 (20 July 2020) or term 4 (12 October 2020)

Applications close on Friday 29 May 2020

The application form will include these questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
• Do you have experience working with children?
• Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
• Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check?

Mount Erin Boarding is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic male adult who has a demonstrated ability to supervise and care for secondary school aged boarding students.   

To commence as soon as possible until 16 December 2020
38 hpw

Hours of Work:

3pm – 10.30pm Monday to Thursday

7am – 9am Tuesday, Thursday and Friday

7am - 11am Wednesday

Sleeping over is required.

During term time only.

Selection Criteria - the successful applicant will:

• Be committed to the values of the Catholic faith
• Have a demonstrated ability to relate to and work with young adolescent people
• Have empathy for and experience in caring for the academic, social, spiritual and physical well being of groups of adolescent students
• Have a demonstrated ability to relate to and work as part of a team.
• Hold a current Drivers Licence.
• Have or be willing to obtain a current Senior First Aid Certificate (Level 2).
• Have completed or be willing to complete the Australian Boarding Schools Association Duty of Care Course.
• Be available to sleep overnight during the week (Monday to Thursday) during each school term.

Salary: $31.29 per hour

An Application at Mount Erin Boarding is to comprise of:

1. A Cover Letter of no more than one (1) page outlining why you are applying for the position and what you will bring to the position.

2. A supporting statement of no more than two (2) pages addressing the criteria for Mount Erin Boarding Boys Supervisor.

3. A resume of no more than 2 pages; and,

4. Three (3) referees, one of which must be your current employer.

The successful applicant will be required to obtain their own Working with Children Check, and undertake a National Police Checking Service (Crimtrac).

A pre-employment functional assessment will be undertaken.

For further information or to obtain an application pack please contact the Leader of Boarding at leaderofboardingmebs@ww.catholic.edu.au 

or (02) 69 326199

Geelong Grammar School is one of the world’s leading co-educational boarding and day schools. Offering exceptional educational opportunities across four campuses from Early Learning to Year 12, Geelong Grammar School is committed to making a positive difference for students, staff and the community. We believe in prioritising wellbeing, creativity and academic rigour, and we value wisdom.

Our Toorak campus caters for approximately 320 students from Early Learning to Year 6. This is an exciting, newly created opportunity for a Registered Nurse (Division 1) to assess and manage student illness, injury and accident. This position will also be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Centre, ensuring functions of the Centre are carried out in accordance with School policy and procedures and compliant with current regulations and legislation. 

Applicants must possess:

• Current registration with APHRA as a Registered Nurse – Division 1. 

• Current drivers licence. 

• The ability to develop rapport, and build effective and professional interpersonal relationships with students, staff, treating health professionals. 

• An ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team and to support a holistic partnership with teachers, parents and student wellbeing staff.

• Paediatric and adolescent health experience and qualifications will be highly regarded. 

This position commences in Term 3, 2020 (or earlier by negotiation) and will be offered on a fixed term basis until the conclusion of Term 4, 2020. The working hours are 8.30am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday, during term time only. 

Geelong Grammar School is committed to the safety of children and has a zero tolerance of child abuse.

For further information and to apply, visit the careers page on our website: www.ggs.vic.edu.au/careers

Applications close at 12noon on Friday 29 May 2020; please be aware that applications will be reviewed as they are submitted, and interviews may occur prior to the closing date. 

 

AHL’s purpose is to provide culturally safe, fit-for-purpose, affordable accommodation for Indigenous Australians who need to be away from home to access employment opportunities, health, education and other essential services. A career with AHL will provide you with a chance to contribute to improving the quality of life and economic opportunity for Indigenous Australians. We offer rewarding experiences and generous employment conditions. Our Secondary Education Hostels are dedicated to providing a Home Away from Home for young indigenous Australians (aged 12-18 years) who are accepted into partner schools (grades 7 - 12).

We are looking for Residential Youth Workers for our secondary education hostel in Wadeye. As a Residential Youth Worker you will be a mentor for our indigenous students and will provide support and pastoral care in a residential setting. This includes building a rapport with students, focusing on positive behaviours, providing tutoring and support for homework, building on the students’ social and life skills and ensuring a safe environment in the hostel. You will also carry out routine tasks such as driving students to school, appointments and activities, as well as carrying out occasional domestic duties such as cooking and cleaning. Residential Youth Workers should be prepared to manage difficult situations and behaviors.

What we offer: 
Our Secondary Education Hostels provide generous benefits including paid school holiday leave. We offer competitive salaries and a rewarding working environment with career opportunities. The position and benefits are summarized below:

Classification Residential Youth Worker (APS 4)

Job Type Non-ongoing, Full-time (75 hours per fortnight) and Part-Time 
Note: Non-ongoing opportunities may be offered as required, for periods of no more than 18 months, with the possibility of extension up to three years in total.

Salary APS 4 –$64, 121 - 64, 700 per annum with 15.4% superannuation and option to join government superannuation scheme. 

Generous salary sacrifice of up to $15,900 per FBT for rent or mortgage or living expenses.

Hours Residential Youth Workers work on a fortnightly shift roster. The hours are based outside of school hours (i.e. working mornings and afternoons/nights). Weekend work and on-call/sleepovers may be required.

Additional Benefits

Allowances 50% shift penalties apply on weekends. A Restriction Allowance of $275 per week may also be payable in some circumstances.

Leave 3.6 weeks of Personal leave for sick/caring purposes + 4 weeks of annual 
leave. 
In addition to 4 weeks of annual leave, secondary education hostels enter 
close-down during the prescribed school term breaks. This generally means an 
extra 6-8 weeks of paid leave per year, noting that staff may be recalled for 2 
weeks each year for training, relief work, or to prepare the hostel for the next 
school term. At the minimum rate, the value of an additional 6 – 8 weeks of 
leave per year is $7,374 - $9,833.

District Allowance $3,685 - *$6,497 per annum - Rates are without and *with dependents.

Duties and Responsibilities
Whilst this duty statement summarises the purpose of the job and lists its key tasks, it is not a definitive list of all the tasks to be

undertaken. Tasks can vary at the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer, in consultation with the employee. To deliver services

effectively, a degree of flexibility is needed and the employee may be required to perform work not specifically referred to below.

Customer Services 

Ensure that a clean, neat and welcoming environment is provided to all students; 

Work closely with hostel staff to accommodate students’ needs; and Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure students’ needs are attended.  
Attends work on time and in accordance with approved roster (Work Pattern);

Hostel Operations 

Assist with all aspects of hostel operations;
Participate in longer-term strategic planning to ensure constant development in hostel facilities and business improvement; 
Where required, assist with general housekeeping and food preparation duties. Ensure meal routines is met.

Student Services 

Support students with routine school activities, including class preparation, provide transport to school/sport/medical appointments, homework and studies;
Engage with students through group work and culturally appropriate recreational activities; 
Build a rapport with students and focus on positive behaviours and achievements; Assist to develop educational and cultural support initiatives, including mentoring and leisure activities that foster well-being and independence for students; 
Work collaboratively to provide one-on-one support to students, ensuring their personal and educational development;
Monitor student’s supply of clothing, footwear, school material and other belongings. 
Contribute to student’s individual care plans, and identify opportunities for development; 
Have oversight of administrative tasks including student applications, student enrolments, ABSTUDY support and student appointments; 
Promote and safeguard the safety and welfare of students, adhering to AHL’s child protection policy.

Professional Service and Community Engagement  

Develop cooperative relationships with school teachers, parents and community members; 
Facilitate productive working relationships with colleagues, local providers and suppliers/contractors;
Resolve complex issues to ensure a positive, culturally appropriate experience and quality stay.

Work, Health & Safety (WHS) Property Maintenance 

Perform all tasks in a manner which upholds AHL’s commitment to safety of its staff and residents by adhering to relevant WHS practices; 

Promptly report workplace hazards and WHS issues, including injury or illness, to their manager or Health and Safety Representative (HSR);  

Report unsafe, hazardous or emergency situations using AHL’s Hazard & Incident Reporting;  

Appropriately use equipment or substances and report all property maintenance;  

Perform the duties of the First Aid Officer and Emergency Warden when on duty.

Other

Other duties as directed

Whilst this duty statement summarises the purpose of the job and lists its key tasks, it is not a definitive list of all the tasks to be undertaken. Tasks can vary at the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer, in consultation with the employee. To deliver services effectively, a degree of flexibility is needed and the employee may be required to perform work not specifically referred to above.
Skills and Experience Required

Our ideal candidates will have a Certificate IV in Community Services – Student Residential Care or relevant qualifications/extensive experience in youth work, education, or similar field working with young people. Further information about the capabilities are explained in more detail below:

All applicants will be assessed in relation to their ability to perform in accordance with the prescribed duties, APS Values and Code of Conduct, the social justice principles of equity and diversity, and occupational health and safety in the workplace. 
Successful candidates will demonstrate:

1. Values and principles
 
Commitment to working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This commitment will be shown by your capacity to:  

Understand Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and cultures;  

Identify issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today;  
Communicate respectfully.

Ability to uphold ethical youth worker practices and principles including:  

young people as the primary consideration and the duty of care of young people;  

privacy, confidentiality and appropriate boundaries;  

transparency, honesty and integrity;  

awareness of social and cultural contexts;  

cooperation and collaboration;  
managing self-care needs.

2. Skills and Experience  

Demonstrated experience in designing and participating in youth activities supporting their social and educational development;  

Knowledge and understanding of educational challenges facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, especially in a boarding environment;

3. Stakeholder Relationships 

Ability to develop and maintain productive and positive relationships;

4. Work Health & Safety  

You must also demonstrate a detailed understanding of Work Health and Safety (WHS) practices, and be committed to operational needs, performing additional duties as requested;  

Commitment to promote and uphold the safety and welfare of students by adhering to AHL’s child protection policy at all times.

Personal Attributes 

Proven integrity, reliability and adaptability;  

Proven ability to plan, organise and work effectively in a team;
 
A positive, proactive and compassionate attitude.

Physical Requirements  

Incumbents need to be in good physical health. They will be required to walk, lift and carry, work a flexible schedule, participate in recreational activities and must be able to move continuously during working hours. Shift work may apply.

Mandatory Qualifications 

Certificate IV in Community Services – Student Residential Care, or a willingness to commence studies 

Current Senior First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain one  

Current Bus License for light-rigid vehicles (up to 25 seats) or willingness to obtain one.

Desirable Qualifications / Experience  

Mental Health First Aid Certificate  

Bronze Medallion (for hostels with swimming pools or regular water activities)

To be eligible for engagement and to maintain employment, applicants must:  

Provide proof of Australian citizenship  

Hold (and maintain) a Working with Children Check in the relevant state (prior to engagement)  

Undergo a satisfactory National Criminal History Check (prior to engagement) 

Meet fitness for duty requirements (prior to engagement) and 

Satisfactorily complete a six month probationary period (once employed).

Notes

These are Identified Positions and Indigenous jobseekers are encouraged to apply, as well as non-Indigenous jobseekers with a demonstrated commitment to working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The successful applicant will need to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and display respect and dignity in all their dealings with staff and residents.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the position. For more information see:

http://www.apsc.gov.au/priorities/disability/recruitability

Position contact:

Please email applications@ahl.gov.au or call 02 6212 2004 if you have any questions.

How to apply

1. Complete the position Application Form. Be sure to include details for two referees.

2. Prepare your resume outlining your career history, skills and qualifications.

3. Email your Application Form and resume to applications@ahl.gov.au

Applications should be forwarded to applications@ahl.gov.au by the closing date of the 31st May 2020. 
Please be sure to include your name and the position title in the subject of your email.

Our Secondary Education Hostels are dedicated to providing a Home Away from Home for young indigenous Australians (aged 12-18 years) who are accepted into partner schools (grades 7 - 12). Our commitment in our student hostels is to ensure that we provide:

• A Home Away from Home experience where students have ongoing access to educational, emotional, social, economic and cultural development;
• A fair, honest and culturally respectful environment that values each student and their connection to country;
• The highest level of care and protection;
• Nutritious meals;
• Extra-curricular activities; and travel to and from school each day.

As Head of Boarding in Tennant Creek, you will be critical in managing and supervising the day to day operations of the hostel to ensure appropriate pastoral care is provided to students. You will be a leader for the Residential Youth Workers and key contact for students, teachers, parents and stakeholders. You will have prior management experience and be able to manage staff matters as well as difficult student situations and behaviours.

Skills and Experience
All applicants will be assessed in relation to their ability to perform in accordance with the APS Values and Code of Conduct, the social justice principles of equity and workplace diversity, and occupational health and safety in the workplace. Successful candidates will demonstrate:
Values

• commitment to working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and a demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively
• Ability to upload ethical youth worker practices and principals

Skills and Experience

• Proven capacity to manage day-to-day operations of a secondary education hostel
• Proven capacity to manage development and delivery of programs for secondary education students in a boarding environment
• Knowledge and understanding of engagement, attendance and learning initiatives for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
• Proven ability to work autonomously and with accountability, demonstrating in depth knowledge of how to lead, support and coordinate a diverse team
• Demonstrated understanding of WHS practice and child protection

What we offer
Salary - $71,425 – $75,833 plus 15.4% super and district allowance of $3,685 - $6,497 per annum. Shift penalties and restriction allowance may also apply. Generous salary packaging arrangements are available for contracts longer than 12 months.

Leave - In addition to 4 weeks of annual leave, secondary education hostels enter close-down during the prescribed school term breaks as per the provisions in the AHL Enterprise Agreement. This generally means an extra 6-8 weeks of paid leave per year, noting that staff may be recalled for 2 weeks each year

Accommodation and Meals - Modest accommodation may be available on-site (rent-free). Meals provided whilst on duty.

Notes
This is an Identified Position and Indigenous jobseekers are encouraged to apply, as well as non-Indigenous jobseekers with a demonstrated commitment to working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The successful applicant will need to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and display respect and dignity in all their dealings with staff and residents.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the position. For more information see: http://www.apsc.gov.au/priorities/disability/recruitability

How to Apply

1. Visit our website at www.ahl.gov.au to download an application form.
2. Prepare your resume and application form outlining your career history, skills and qualifications. Be sure to include details for two referees
3. Email your Application Form and resume to Applications@ahl.gov.au by the closing date

Applications should be forwarded to Applications@ahl.gov.au by the closing date of the 31 May 2020. Please be sure to include your name and the position in the subject of your email

Position contact – Applications@ahl.gov.au or call Kim McIver on 02 6212 2004

About the position 
The Resident Boarding Supervisor is responsible for the supervision, care and welfare of the boys in the St Peter’s College Boarding House. The Resident Boarding Supervisor is a full-time, fixed-term position living in or adjacent to the School. Working closely with the Director of Boarding, International & Indigenous Programs and Heads of House, this position provides supervision and care for approximately 100 male boarders aged between 12 and 18 years. The Resident Boarding Supervisor will be on duty four-week days and one weekend day for the duration of the School year (approximately 38 weeks per year).

As the successful applicant you will

• Assist in maintaining a culture which values academic endeavour and a commitment to doing as well as possible in academic studies.
• Be aware of and respond to the pastoral needs of boys in the House by doing all things possible to promote a strong culture of respect for others, their interests and their property
• Liaise with other resident staff on all matters associated with boys’ development.
• Maintain a high degree of knowledge of and adhere to the School’s processes, policies, practices and procedures
• Provide active support of the School’s Anglican Mission.

About St Peter’s College
Founded in 1847, St Peter’s College is an Anglican boys’ School located adjacent to the CBD of Adelaide.

Our vision is to be an exceptional community of learning.

With students from Early Learning Centre to Year 12, the School caters for a wide range of student backgrounds and abilities.

We believe that diversity contributes powerfully and directly to the quality of a boy’s education. We are committed to being a boys’ School that promotes responsible relationships and positive attitudes towards girls and women. We are uncompromising in being a safe and inclusive learning community respectful of diverse backgrounds of race and ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and nationality.

To find out more about a career at St Peter’s College, or to apply for this position, please visit our Careers page.

Applications for this position close 31 May 2020 at 5:00pm. 

For a confidential discussion, please contact Ray Pearson, Director of Boarding, International & Indigenous Programs, on 0427 972 472.

The successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening, and adhere to the School’s Child Protection Policy. St Peter’s College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About the position 
The Boarding House Assistant will perform basic duties to assist the Director of Boarding, International and Indigenous Programs and other Boarding House staff in the daily routines involving the care of students and general functions of the Boarding House.

As the successful applicant you will

• Assist in maintaining a culture which values academic endeavour and a commitment to doing as well as possible in academic studies.
• Be aware of and respond to the pastoral needs of boys in the House by doing all things possible to promote a strong culture of respect for others, their interests and their property
• Liaise with other resident staff on all matters associated with boys’ development.
• Maintain a high degree of knowledge of and adhere to the School’s processes, policies, practices and procedures
• Provide active support of the School’s Anglican Mission.

About St Peter’s College
Founded in 1847, St Peter’s College is an Anglican boys’ School located adjacent to the CBD of Adelaide.

Our vision is to be an exceptional community of learning.

With students from Early Learning Centre to Year 12, the School caters for a wide range of student backgrounds and abilities.

We believe that diversity contributes powerfully and directly to the quality of a boy’s education. We are committed to being a boys’ School that promotes responsible relationships and positive attitudes towards girls and women. We are uncompromising in being a safe and inclusive learning community respectful of diverse backgrounds of race and ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and nationality.

To find out more about a career at St Peter’s College, or to apply for this position, please visit our Careers page.

Applications for this position close 31 May 2020 at 5:00pm. 

For a confidential discussion, please contact Ray Pearson, Director of Boarding, International & Indigenous Programs, on 0427 972 472.

The successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening, and adhere to the School’s Child Protection Policy. St Peter’s College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Somerville House

Somerville House, a day and boarding school for girls established in 1899, provides exceptional education for students from Pre-Prep through to Year 12. Somerville House students have the opportunity to participate in an extensive academic, sporting and cultural program, while receiving high standards in personal care and individual attention within the School community.

Somerville House is a school of the Presbyterian and Methodist Schools Association (PMSA). The PMSA is a mission of the Presbyterian and Uniting Churches. 

The Role

The Somerville House Boarding staff aim to create a friendly and caring environment, where students and staff can live happily and harmoniously, and develop the necessary social and community skills to be responsible members of society.

Expectations of Staff

Skills and Attributes

• Current Blue Card (for working with children - Blue Card Services, Public Safety Business Agency)
• Duty of Care, (Book 1) Certificate or ability to attain this qualification upon commencement of employment
• Maintain current senior first aid qualifications
• Comply strictly with School and PMSA Policies and directions, as well as the Rules of the Boarding House; in particular, the Security Protocols, as outlined in Boarding Policy. These protocols apply during school holiday periods and must be fully observed
• Support the Head of Boarding and other staff members: support decisions made by the Head of Boarding and other staff members when conferring with parents; be positive and support decisions and requests made (sometimes at short notice)
• Exercise flexibility with discretion
• Accept responsibility for students and situations that occur while on duty
• Ability to be impartial and objective in all dealings with the students; never playing favourites
• Maintain appropriate record keeping and reporting as required
• Demonstrate loyalty to Somerville House and uphold PMSA values
• Well-presented in your personal appearance at all times (when on duty you are in your work place, including when on escort to activities or appointments)
• Model a healthy lifestyle and good eating habits
• Participate in professional development and training as required.
• Create and maintain professional relationships with the girls in your care.

General requirements

• Residential Boarding Assistants are required to work 36 hours each fortnight. The Boarding House roster is scheduled fortnightly, and may be changed from time-to-time. Where possible Residential Boarding Assistants have alternate weekends off duty. Please note, it is not always possible to work around an individual’s sporting or other work commitments. However, the school will co-operate with university requirements such as lectures and practicums.
• Residential Boarding Assistants are required to be in residence by mid-day prior to the commencement of each term.
• Meals and accommodation are provided term-time. Residential Boarding Assistants may remain in residence during school vacation if they confirm this in writing to the Head of Boarding. However, they are only entitled to full board during term-time in exchange for duties. Please note: the Boarding House is closed to all residents for a two (2) week period between Christmas and New Year. Yearly dates will be advised.
• Residential Boarding Assistants are not to exchange their roster without prior notification well in advance of the anticipated exchange.
• In the case of illness, the Head of Boarding must be informed if you are unable to perform your duty. In this situation, and on other occasions Residential Boarding Assistants will be required to assist at short notice.
• From time-to-time, it may be necessary for Residential Boarding Assistants to work beyond the ‘normal’ rostered days (ie outings, medical appointments). Duties will be advised by the Head of Boarding or her designated authority.
• Residential Boarding Assistants are expected to eat dinner in the Dining Room.
• Residential Boarding Assistants are expected to attend Chapel on two (2) occasions per term.
• Residential Boarding Assistants are expected to attend two (2) staff meetings each term.
• Dress code is smart casual. Except on weekends, when the dress standard is more relaxed, shorts are not to be worn in the Dining Room, or to Chapel. Shorts are to be mid-thigh.
• Residential Boarding Assistants are expected to accompany the Boarders to special events in the school calendar. These events include but are not limited to Speech Night, Choral Festival, Middle Years Arts Festival, QGSSA Swimming, Head of the River and special Boarder’s outings at the beginning of each term, other social arrangements, as approved by the Head of Boarding. Attendance will be as advised by the Head of Boarding.
• Residential Boarding Assistants are expected to be a role model to the students. Swearing, mood swings and temper tantrums will not be tolerated. You must be professional and no matter what the situation keep control of yourself. Be firm but calm in your dealings with students and should a problem persist, seek support from the Head of Boarding or her designated authority.
• Please avoid becoming overly familiar with the Boarders. Be friendly but not their friend. Treat them with warmth and kindness, but take care in your dealings with them, and do not form close friendships with them. Should this happen you may be asked to leave.
• Never discuss a staff member or a Boarder with a student.
• Duty is to be active. Move from area to area, talk to the Boarders in the Common Room, help with homework or play games with the younger Boarders. Assist the younger girls with table setting in the Dining Room. Do not undertake personal study, read or watch television when on duty. Do not spend your duty time in the staff office or in your accommodation, and do not take Boarders into any staff accommodation area. Never be alone with a Boarder unless in an emergency.
• Sharing ideas for activities or areas of special skills, is encouraged, please discuss with the Head of Boarding so that an activity may be factored into the social program.
• The primary duty of all staff is the welfare of the Boarders. Staff should not receive either personal visitors or take personal telephone calls during their roster. This includes the use of mobile phones.
• You must never leave the house unattended; this may result in termination of your employment.
• Residential Boarding Assistants must reside overnight if they have been working on evening duty.
• Due to the nature of the boarding environment Boarding Staff may not have male visitors, this includes during vacation periods. Visitors may not stay overnight in the residences.
• Unfortunately, no pets are to be brought to, or kept on the school premises.
• Car parking spaces cannot be guaranteed. Please discuss this with the Head of Boarding if required.
• Residential Boarding Assistants may not carry a Boarder in their private vehicle.
• Somerville House Boarding staff are provided with keys/swipe card/security codes. These are not to be loaned or shared. Swipe cards are personalised, and a detailed log of use along with CCTV footage is recorded for security. A lost card must be reported to the Head of Boarding, Technology Services or HR immediately.
• Somerville House is a non-smoking environment. It is difficult to censor the girls if you smoke.
• The Boarding House is an alcohol free zone and it is expected that Boarding Staff do not possess or consume alcohol on the premises. It is expected that staff on duty will be fit and ready for work and therefore convey the best impression to Boarders or visitors to Somerville House. After socialising outside the Boarding House during time off work, Boarding Staff are not to interact with Boarders on their return to their accommodation.
• Residential Boarding Staff who have resigned from their role are required to vacate their accommodation within two (2) days of notice.

Application Requirements 

All applications must include the official Employment Application Form for Non-Teachers (available under the ‘Careers at Somerville House’ section of our website), as well as a covering letter and a current Curriculum Vitae, including contact details of three (3) professional referees.

Applications are treated as confidential and must be forwarded by email to employment@somerville.qld.edu.au

Please mark applications to the Attention of: The Principal, Somerville House.

Applications for this position close 9.00am Monday 1 June 2020.

The application form will include these questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

The Rockhampton Grammar School was founded in 1881 and is an independent co-educational day and boarding school private school, educating and caring for students from Prep to Year 12, as well as the Early Learning Years. The School is the largest independent boarding school in Queensland and the second largest co-educational boarding school in Australia. It is a leading school in regional Queensland and one of the foremost schools in regional Australia. The Rockhampton Grammar School has achieved great success in the academic, cultural, sporting and vocational fields over the past 139 years. The School has a total enrolment of 1,377 students who are exposed to our broad curriculum, giving effect to our commitment of Grow in Scholarship and Character.

The School’s principal place of business is in Archer Street, Rockhampton, where Primary and Secondary campuses and boarding accommodation are located. The School also operates an Outdoor Education Facility, “Ritamada”, at Emu Park on the Capricorn Coast. It has a small farm at Port Curtis on the southern outskirts of Rockhampton, and Belmont Station on the northern outskirts of Rockhampton for cattle work. There is also a rowing facility, comprising club rooms and a training gymnasium, on the Fitzroy River adjacent to the rowing course and The Rockhampton Grammar School Rugby Park.

About the role

The position of Catering Assistant plays an integral role in supporting the Food Services Manager in the daily operation of the dining room.

Physical Demands

The demands of this role include the ability to be on your feet for the rostered hours and involve a high level of manual handling and physical ability. A capacity to deal with the requirements and demands of meeting service deadlines is required.

Required Skills/Abilities/Knowledge

• Demonstrated knowledge of current food safety practices and standards;
• Demonstrated understanding of infection control, manual handling, hazard identification;
• Demonstrated interpersonal, communication and customer service skills;
• Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised;
• Immaculate grooming and great communication skills;
• A positive and can do attitude;
• Ability to work as part of team to ensure work tasks are completed;
• Ability to adopt quickly to change of routine;
• Ability to operate basic kitchen equipment;
• Basic knife skills.

Required Qualifications/Experience

• Must have experience working in a fast paced hospitality environment, worked at events and functions;
• Experience in the provision of food services within a School environment or similar preferred, but not essential.

Other requirements

• Working with Children Check;
• Police Check;
• Safeguarding Children Checks;
• Current full Driver’s License for a manual vehicle.

What we offer

• Competitive Salary
• Modern facilities and equipment
• Superannuation up to 12.75% employer contribution (if an employee co-contribution is made)
• Access to other in-house benefits

To APPLY, please head to our site:  http://rgs.qld.edu.au/employment

Applicants should forward the relevant application form and documentation, copy of resume, and brief covering letter via email to positions@rgs.qld.edu.au

Apply ASAP

Enquiries about the position should be directed to Tanya Curtis-Flynn at (07) 4936 0617.

ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED

Full time term time role as a maternity leave backfill until 1 December 2020.

In consultation with the Director and Heads of Boarding, the Boarding Head of Year is primarily responsible for the safety, welfare, behaviour, personal development, pastoral care and day to day management of up to 40 girls (in a specific year level).

This position is offered as a teaching or non-teaching role. If the successful applicant is offered the position as a teaching role, they will become a member of the teaching staff with a 0.6 teaching load. 

KEY DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

The Boarding Head of Year:

• Works as a member of the Boarding Staff team, which is characterised by the highest ideals of teamwork, collegiality, integrity and professionalism.
• Reports to the Director of Boarding and respective Head of Boarding, and consults routinely with them about the circumstances of a specific gender and Year level of boarders, collective and individual.
• Works always in accordance with the ideals of RGS Boarding as per the RGS Boarding Mission Statement.
• Works always in accordance with the ideals of the Australian Childhood Foundation Safeguarding Children Program, and will complete the associated online training course. 
• Works always with an awareness of The Rockhampton Grammar School policy documents, in particular the legal responsibilities in regard to the Child Protection Policy and Occupational Health and Safety Policy.
• Works always with an awareness of Australian Boarding Schools Association National Standards (to be advised).
• Is committed to ongoing professional development.
• Welcomes the opportunity for collaborative appraisal.
• Is a good role model for our boarding community: ethical, reliable, punctual, proactive, well dressed and groomed.
• In consultation with the Director and relevant Head of Boarding, and assisted by Assistants to Boarding Head(s) of Year (if applicable), is primarily responsible for the safety, welfare, behaviour, personal development and pastoral care and day to day management of a cohort of up to 40 Boarders (RGS Boarding is configured by Year levels).
• Consults routinely with the Director and relevant Head of Boarding and other Boarding Heads of Year and Assistants to ensure the overall effective management and operation of the Boarding School. 
• Works cooperatively with other Boarding Heads of Year and Assistants to effect care and management of all or part of Boarding from time to time, in particular for rostered ‘Responsibility’ weekdays and weekends and periods of absence of the Director, Heads of Boarding or other Boarding Heads of Year.
• Will be available at all times, within reason, to assist with and administer to the needs of Boarders.
• Maintains a visible and active presence in the House especially during prep and at lights out.
• Liaises with relevant Heads and Assistant Heads of School in all matters relating to Boarders in the Day School to effect a cohesive one-school approach.     
• Will attend regular Boarding management meetings.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• If successful applicant is offered the position as a 0.6 teaching role, salary is commensurate with teaching qualifications and experience, with an additional allowance for the Boarding Head of Year responsibility. 
• Accommodation inclusive of utilities is offered.
• The Boarding Head of Year and family are entitled but not obliged to attend all meals in the dining room during term time.  
• A current or recent generation smart phone is provided with substantial phone and data usage allowance, via which you will be available at all times, within reason. 
• Boarding staff uniform polo shirts are supplied and boarding staff must wear these or other RGS corporate dress when on duty.

N.B This position description contains the most important duties and tasks regarding the job to be done. It is not an exclusive/exhaustive list.

HOW TO APPLY

1. Read the Notice to all Candidates – Staff Safer Recruitment Policy and Recruitment and Selection Policy on the RGS website (http://www.rgs.qld.edu.au/employment)
2. Complete an Application for Employment Form (Teaching or Non-Teaching, depending on whether applicant is a teacher) – found on RGS website (http://www.rgs.qld.edu.au/employment)
3. Submit your completed Application for Employment Form with your Cover Letter and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae to positions@rgs.qld.edu.au by: Monday 1 June 2020.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Kitchenhands - casual (Timbertop Campus)

Geelong Grammar School is one of the world’s leading co-educational boarding and day schools. Offering exceptional educational opportunities across four campus from Early Learning to Year 12, Geelong Grammar School is committed to making a positive difference for students, staff and the community. We believe in prioritising wellbeing, creativity and academic rigour, and we value wisdom.

Timbertop is Geelong Grammar School’s Year 9 full boarding campus, which offers a full academic and outdoor education programme designed to take advantage of the magnificent natural environment. Located near Mt Buller in Victoria's Alps, Timbertop has 240 students.

The Timbertop Kitchen provides high quality meals for up to 300 students, staff (and often family members of staff), including some food preparation and ordering food supplies for hikes and trips. The kitchen is staffed by a small team of chefs, cooks and kitchen hands. The kitchen and kitchen staff play a vital role in the health and wellbeing of all students and staff and are an integral part of campus life.

We are currently seeking experienced Kitchen hands to commence from Monday 15th June 2020 on a casual basis. The successful candidates will be experienced, hard working professionals who are passionate about food and able to work as part of a team and independently.

The successful candidates will have: 

• Previous experience working in a large kitchen, ideally breakfasts, lunches and dinners
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Current Working with Children Check (Employment)
• Previous experience working within a school environment will be highly regarded

Geelong Grammar School is committed to the safety of children and has a zero tolerance of child abuse.

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Click here to email your application. If this link does not work, please email applications@ggs.vic.edu.au with Kitchen hands - Timbertop as the subject. Applications should be addressed to Nicole Sablyak, Director of Employee Engagement and include a cover letter, CV and a document addressing the KSC. Ideally applications should be no more than four (4) pages in length.

Applications close at 12noon on Wednesday 3rd June, 2020.

Shortlisted candidates must be able to attend a face-to-face interview at Timbertop on Wednesday 10th June or Thursday 11th June 2020.

Boarding House Deputy – Pastoral and Wellbeing

PLC Perth in Western Australia is one of Australia's leading schools for girls. Boasting an impressive academic record and extensive and very successful sporting, music and co-curricular programmes; this vibrant community is an exciting and rewarding place to work.

We are a Uniting Church school catering for more than 1100 day and boarding students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12. Our campus is located in the suburb of Peppermint Grove, situated between the ocean and the river.

Boarding House Deputy - Pastoral Care and Wellbeing 

Permanent, Part Time, 25 Hours

Commencing Term 3, 2020

PLC is seeking a proactive and caring person to provide leadership and administrative assistance within our boarding house. The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Boarding to provide pastoral support to the boarding students, creating an encouraging environment and sense of belonging. Experience in managing and maintaining effective relationships with students, parents, and fellow staff is essential.

For further information please visit the Careers Page on our website here.

Applications should be submitted by via Seek.com by no later than 9 am Thursday 4 June, including a cover letter and current resume. 

PLC strives to provide excellent conditions of employment, a supportive work culture and a positive and inspiring work environment.

At PLC, we take child protection seriously.  All candidates for roles at PLC are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of our recruitment process.

 Part time limited term (16 hpw)

 9 June to 18 December 2020 16 hpw

Hours of Work:

Sunday - 6.45pm - 10.45pm (Sleep Over)

Monday - 7.00am – 9.00am

Monday to Thursday - 6.30pm to 9.00pm

During term time only.

Selection Criteria - the successful applicant will:

• Be committed to the values of the Catholic faith
• Have a demonstrated ability to relate to and work with young adolescent people
• Have empathy for and experience in caring for the academic, social, spiritual and physical well being of groups of adolescent students
• Have a demonstrated ability to relate to and work as part of a team.
• Hold a current Drivers Licence.
• Have or be willing to obtain a current Senior First Aid Certificate (Level 2).
• Have completed or be willing to complete the Australian Boarding Schools Association Duty of Care Course.
• Be available to sleep overnight on Sunday night during each school term.

An Application at Mount Erin Boarding is to comprise of:

1. A Cover Letter of no more than one (1) page outlining why you are applying for the position and what you will bring to the position.

2. A supporting statement of no more than two (2) pages addressing the criteria for Mount Erin Boarding Boys Supervisor.

3. A resume of no more than 2 pages; and,

4. Three (3) referees, one of which must be your current employer.

The successful applicant will be required to obtain their own Working with Children Check, and undertake a National Police Checking Service (Crimtrac).

A pre-employment functional assessment will be undertaken.

For further information or to obtain an application pack please contact the Leader of Boarding at leaderofboardingmebs@ww.catholic.edu.au or (02) 69 326199.

Boarding House Assistants

Part-Time, Fixed Term, Commencement to be negotiated

Methodist Ladies' College, Claremont is a vibrant boarding and day school for girls that has been offering exceptional education for more than 110 years. The Boarding House caters for up to 100 girls from rural and international regions.

We are currently seeking dynamic and enthusiastic individuals for part-time, fixed term Boarding House Assistant positions.

Candidates must have the flexibility to work shifts across the span of hours between 6.00am and 11.00pm Monday to Friday, and between 7.00am and 11.00pm Saturday and Sunday, on a rotating roster with 3-4 sleepover obligations per week, or alternatively have the availability to work day shifts 9.00am to 3.00pm on Saturday and Sunday.

The successful applicants will be able to demonstrate:

• Relevant previous experience in a similar residential school environment (highly desirable);
• An understanding of the physical, intellectual and emotional needs of adolescents;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to build and maintain positive, professional relationships with colleagues, students and parents;
• The ability and initiative to work collaboratively as a team member and independently; and
• A commitment to model, promote and represent the College’s Vision, Mission and Values at all times.

All applicants must also be able to provide a current Senior First Aid Certificate, a National Police Clearance Certificate (less than 12 months old) and a valid Working With Children Check card, or receipted application prior to commencing employment.

MLC is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our students, staff and College community. Employees will be required to satisfy the College that they are conversant and compliant with the relevant College policies and guidelines relating to Child Safety and Protection.

For further information please visit the ‘Discover Your Careers’ page of our website here.

Applications close at 9am on Monday 8 June 2020.

Edmund Rice College is a small rural school catering for 150 students from years 7 – 12 and situated 10 km north of Bindoon. The College requires: 

The College requires a full time/part -time Residential Supervisor for our Boarding Houses to commence in Term 3, 2020. Applicants must be available to work weekends during term time. 

Ideally, we are seeking energetic and out-going persons who can engage with teenagers living away from home. The successful applicant will be: 

• • Caring, energetic and innovative 
• • Able to communicate effectively with male and female teenagers and staff 
• • Involved with other staff in the daily operation of the boarding houses 
• • Engaged in co-curricular activities 
• • Qualified in water safety or higher or be willing to undertake suitable training 

Highly desirable skills but not essential include; 

• • Experience in residential care 
• • A bus licence will be an advantage. 

Applicants must be fully supportive of the objectives and ethos of Catholic Education. A Working with Children Card and NCCHC screening is a prerequisite to appointment. 

Further information can be obtained by contacting Sam Jenner (Head of Residential Care) on 0457 518 155. Resumes can be emailed to the Principal Marie.Barton@cewa.edu.au or addressed to, Edmund Rice College, Locked Bag 1, Bindoon WA 6502. 

Applications close: 4pm on Wednesday 17 June 2020 

Great Southern Grammar is an independent, Christian, co-educational school for students from Kindergarten to Year Twelve, located on the waterfront of Oyster Harbour in Albany, Western Australia.    

Applications are invited from enthusiastic people with a passion for education to join the Great Southern Grammar boarding community.

The role of a Boarding Supervisor is varied and includes:

• Leading and supervising students in the school's residential environment;
• When attending activities and outings, providing pastoral care and guidance; and
• Assisting with the organisation and operation of the school’s boarding houses.

GSG seeks motivated people to work on a Friday evening (approximately 3.00pm to 10.30pm) commencing Term One, 2020. We are building a casual pool of staff available for this work. Shift options vary across weekdays (afternoon/evening) and weekends. When applying, please indicate your interest/availability for work.

This position commences in Term One, 2020.  

Closing date: Ongoing

To find out more about this opportunity, including how to apply, visit gsg.wa.edu.au/careers