Part-Time Boarding Supervisor
The Cathedral School of St Anne & St James, Townsville
The Cathedral School of St Anne & St James is seeking a caring, reliable and energetic Boarding Supervisor to join our Boarding team on a permanent part-time basis. This rewarding role supports the wellbeing, supervision and day-to-day routines of our boarding students, helping to create a safe, welcoming and supportive home-away-from-home environment.
The position offers between 25 and 32.5 hours per week during school term time, with shifts across mornings, evenings, nights, weekends and student activities. Live-in accommodation options may be available for suitable applicants; however, living on campus is not a requirement of the role.
Why Join Our Boarding Team?
- Permanent part-time role offering approximately 25–32.5 hours per week during school term time
- Varied shifts including mornings, evenings, nights, weekends and boarding activities
- Opportunity to build positive relationships with young people in a supportive boarding environment
- Live-in options may be available, including accommodation and associated boarding benefits, but are not essential
- Work as part of a friendly, experienced and collaborative team
- Gain valuable experience in student supervision, pastoral care, communication and leadership
Who We’re Looking For
- Friendly, mature and responsible people who genuinely enjoy working with young people
- Confident communicators who can work well as part of a team
- Positive role models who demonstrate good judgement, integrity and care
- People who are calm, practical and able to respond appropriately to student needs and routines
Essential Requirements
- Valid Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
- Current First Aid & CPR certification
Your Responsibilities
- Supervising and supporting boarding students during rostered morning, evening, night and weekend shifts
- Assisting with daily routines, study, meals, dormitory expectations and student wellbeing
- Supporting and participating in weekend activities, outings and other boarding events when rostered
- Communicating professionally with students, boarding staff, parents and school staff as required
- Helping maintain a safe, respectful and welcoming boarding environment
About Us
Located in Mundingburra, The Cathedral School is Townsville’s only Independent Anglican School for boys and girls from Early Childhood to Year 12. Our lush, tropical campus inspires creativity and lifelong learning.
Interested applicants who would like to be part of a thriving professional community can obtain further information by visiting our "Employment" page at www.cathedral.qld.edu.au
If you're ready to make a difference and enjoy the perks of living on campus, we’d love to hear from you!
Applicants wishing to apply for the position are required to submit a cover letter and resume outlining their experience providing 3 work references to which the school can contact. We will assess applications as they arrive, so please apply today!
All staff at Cathedral are expected to support the philosophies of the school, must either hold or be able to obtain a Blue Card and/or be registered with the Queensland College of Teachers. Applicants will be subjected to blue card screening, referee checks, identification verification, and will be required to disclose any information relevant to their eligibility to engage in activities involving children and young people.
