Head of Junior Boarding

St Hilda’s School offers an exciting opportunity for an innovative leader to be appointed to the position of Head of Junior Boarding commencing April 2024 covering a fixed term parental leave contract. We are seeking a proactive and caring person to provide leadership and administrative assistance within our boarding house.

St Hilda’s School is one of Australia’s leading PP-12 Anglican Day and Boarding Schools for girls located on the Gold Coast of Queensland. We are committed to excellence in the education of girls and to maintaining a safe and supportive environment for children and young people. We have been offering a caring community life for boarders for more than a century and today, our community comprises up to 185 girls enrolled from Years 6 to 12. Along with our traditional enrolment of girls from rural Australia, we also have boarders from the nearby Northern Rivers region of New South Wales. Our international boarders and daughters from expatriate families contribute to our school’s diversity and rich cultural fabric.

Head of Junior Boarding

Full Time Fixed Term Parental Leave Contract

15 April 2024 - 25 November 2024

The Head of Junior Boarding oversees the pastoral care (physical, emotional, spiritual and academic wellbeing) offered to girls in their care and maintains professional and pastoral contact with Boarder parents. This role reports to the Head of Boarding and works closely with the Head of Senior Boarding and Connection and Activities Coordinator.

The successful applicant must hold Queensland College of Teachers registration and qualifications and experience to teach in areas such as HPE or Hospitality will be highly regarded to suit existing timetable requirements. There may be potential for an ongoing teaching role in 2025. They must be willing to have their name submitted to the Anglican Church’s Professional Standards Register.

Due to the nature of the role the incumbent will be required to live on campus and perform a 0.4 Teaching Load. Accommodation (furnished) is provided to the individual and their family (if applicable) within the School campus, along with reasonable costs for utilities.

As a prospective member of the St Hilda’s Community, you will be willing to support the Code of Conduct – Staff and the stated values and Anglican Ethos of the School and must be committed to promoting the aspirational learning opportunities for young women.

Why join St Hilda’s School?

Enjoy a passionate community which embraces collaboration and innovation and supports staff wellbeing and professional growth. We offer staff use of the school gym, a comprehensive employee assistance program and professional development opportunities.

Be a part of a community which promotes belonging and connectedness.

Applications should be submitted by 8.00am 18 March 2024. Please include a current resume and cover letter detailing your recent teaching experience addressed to the Head of Boarding. Please contact employment@sthildas.qld.edu.au for further information or to speak with our Human Resources Manager.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted as applications are received and interviews may commence prior to closing date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Mandy Rice on 0755777332, quoting Ref No. 1163055.