Head Of Boarding

Beaconhills College is seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as the Head of Boarding.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills, strong leadership abilities, and a genuine passion for supporting young people in a residential setting

Please click here to view the full position description.

Please contact the HR Team via ***************@beaconhills.vic.edu.au if you have any queries.

Position Responsibilities 

This full-time, permanent position is based in Pakenham and leads our Boarding program. As the Head of Boarding, you will play a pivotal role in providing leadership and oversight for all aspects of the boarding facility.

This role will commence in Term 3 of 2024 or by negotiation. 

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Managing the day-to-day operations of the boarding facility, ensuring a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all boarders.
• Developing and implementing policies and procedures to maintain high standards of care, discipline, and wellbeing within the boarding community.
• Leading and supervising a team of residential staff, fostering a collaborative and positive work culture.
• Building strong relationships with boarders, their families, and external stakeholders to ensure open communication and effective support networks.
• Overseeing the allocation of resources, budget management, and facilities maintenance to uphold the quality of the boarding experience.
• Collaborating with academic staff to support boarders' educational needs and extracurricular activities within the boarding program. 

A proven track record in managing boarding or residential facilities is highly desirable but not nessary. If you are dedicated to creating a nurturing home-away-from-home environment for students and possess the necessary skills and experience, we welcome your application for this rewarding opportunity at Beaconhills College. 

Applications

Applications should include:

• A PDF version of your cover letter that addresses your suitability to the position description
• A PDF version of your curriculum vitae detailing your qualifications and experience
• Contact details of three professional referees 

Applications close 6th of May however all applications will be reviewed upon receipt and early applications are encouraged. 

Equal Opportunity and Child Safety Statement

Beaconhills College has zero tolerance for child abuse.  Beaconhills is a child safe employer and is committed to the welfare of children and their protection. Beaconhills has systems to protect children from abuse, and will take all allegations and concerns very seriously and respond to them consistently, in line with our policies and procedures. All potential employees and volunteers will be required to comply with the College’s Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct, which are available on its website. Beaconhills performs thorough assessments of potential and existing employees in accordance with the legislated Child Safe Standards. The assessments will be used to ascertain whether the potential or existing employee is a fit and proper person and is suitable for work in a school environment and in the position applied for or held.  The screening process includes, but is not limited to, Criminal Records Checks, Working with Children Checks and checks of social media accounts. Beaconhills College is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity principles and is committed to the principles of merit-based selection, equity, diversity and procedural fairness in our recruitment process.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for all positions at Beaconhills College.