Boarding Supervisor - Casual or Permanent Part Time

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School is one of the original eight Grammar Schools of Queensland. Opening in 1892, Girls Grammar has served and supported the education of girls and young women for over 130 years. 

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School is a learning community founded on a commitment to ‘Learning for Life’. Each member of our School family contributes to sustaining an environment in which individuals actively engage in their learning; where School values are embraced; where mutual and self-respect is paramount; where community and global citizenship is fostered and where excellence in every endeavour is sought and celebrated. 

OUR VISION

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School prides itself on being an outstanding school in Regional Queensland that works in active partnership with students, staff, families and community so that girls: 

• Are inspired, challenged and supported to be strong in mind, body and voice; 
• Have the self-belief to pursue excellence in all endeavours; 
• Develop a lifelong aspiration for learning- ‘Non Scholae, Sed Vitae’; and 
• Embrace the School’s values and ethical principles to live as empowered individuals who confidently approach an ever-changing world with intellectual curiosity. 

OUR MISSION

At Rockhampton Girls Grammar School, we strive to be an Independent day and boarding school of choice in Regional Queensland where girls build an enduring sense of connection, are nurtured to be their best and develop the skills, self-belief and resilience to confidently embrace their futures. 

OUR VALUES

Staff and students are expected to display the following behaviours that are at the core of our School:

• Courage and integrity 
• Respect 
• Pursuit of excellence
• Innovation and tradition 
• Connection and inclusivity 
• Intellectual curiosity 

OUR MOTTO

Clever, Confident and Connected.

THE ROLE

Position:                       Boarding Supervisor

Employment Type:       Casual or Permanent Part Time – Term Time

                                     Some school holiday hours required

Commence:                  15 January 2024

A Boarding Supervisor at Rockhampton Girls Grammar School will be required to work mornings from 6.30am, nights and weekends. In this position we are looking for a hardworking, honest and reliable team member with full availability during term time who is able to do split shifts, overnights and on call shifts. Rosters are completed each term and notice is required for leave.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Boarding Supervisors employed at Rockhampton Girls Grammar School play an important role in creating a positive, caring and open culture that encourages full participation in study, cocurricular programs within the school and the boarding community. Boarding supervisors are expected to model appropriate behaviours, values and attitudes at all times. They are to provide a homely environment where boarders can grow into responsible and confident young women. 

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Knowledge of caring for students in residential care.
• An understanding of the legal requirements involved in residential accommodation.
• A clear understanding of the Australian Boarding Schools Association ‘Duty of Care’ guidelines or ability to learn.
• Awareness of school structure, rules and procedures of both the day school and boarding house.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Promote Rockhampton Girls Grammar School inside and outside the school community.

The successful application is required to:

• possess a current Blue Card from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian.

All applicants will be subject to Rockhampton Girls Grammar School legislative screening procedures and will be required to authorise such checks and provide identification. These checks are consistent with Rockhampton Girls Grammar's commitment to child protection policies and procedures. 

WHAT WE OFFER

• Professional Development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Superannuation benefits
• Salary Sacrifice/Novated Lease options available

APPLICATION INFORMATION

To be considered for the Boarding Supervisor position please submit a copy of your Cover Letter and Resume via Seek in PDF format.

Applications close: 3.00 pm (AEST), 11 January 2024.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible as Rockhampton Girls Grammar School reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

For further information contact the Human Resource Officer on (07) 49 300 ***

The position description is available on the school website - please see the link below to copy into your web browser.

https://www.rggs.qld.edu.au/employment