Boarding House Parent Full-Time

Clontarf Aboriginal College is a co-educational Catholic CARE (Curriculum and Re-engagement in Education) School in Perth that caters for Aboriginal students in Years 7-12. We provide a safe and nurturing environment for educationally marginalised students from metropolitan, rural and remote locations. Our on-site Boarding House provides a unique setting for students to develop lifelong skills whilst accessing a quality education.

We are seeking applications for the position of Boarding House Parent for our on-site boarding facility.  Immediate start available.

The role will involve leading and supervising young male and female Aboriginal students in a residential environment, contributing to their social, emotional, educational, physical and spiritual development. Shifts are rotated on weekdays and weekends and the House Parent is required to stay overnight.

Skills:

• Experience in working with young males and females in leadership and support roles.
• To be supportive of the Catholic ethos of Clontarf Aboriginal College.
• The willingness to be a positive role model for male and female students.
• Ability to problem solve, use initiative and be flexible.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Essential:

• Current "C" Class Driver's Licence with PTD Authorisation (or willing to obtain ASAP)
• A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check must be obtained - the online form is available on the Department of Education and Training website: https://www.education.wa.edu.au/ncchc
• A current Working with Children Check - forms can be obtained from Australia Post outlets: https://auspost.com.au/locate/?services=86

Highly Desirable:

• Current “HR” or “MR” Class Driver's Licence.
• Experience in Boarding and Residential Care or Youth Work
• Senior First Aid Certificate

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply:

All applications, including the name and contact details of three referees should be addressed to the Principal (please include your resume and covering letter in one document) along with the “Non-Teaching Staff Application Form” which is located on our website.

Applications close on Friday 16 February 2024.

Please email applications to: ****@clontarf.wa.edu.au