Boarding Supervisors

Provideexceptional care for our boarding students in one of the oldest andmost wellestablished boarding schools in Australia. A career whereyou can make a difference!

ToowoombaGrammar School was founded in 1875. It is an independentnondenominational day and boarding school for boys with a totalenrolment of 1200 from Preparatory to Year 12. There areapproximately 300 boarders in the School coming predominantly fromthroughout Queensland Northern New South Wales and the NorthernTerritory. The Schools campus covers 20.5 hectares andis located one kilometre from the centre of Toowoomba.

It is ourvision that our boys will graduate from TGS with the skills to beindependent wellbalanced and successful in life. That theyare boys of good character who respond well to challenges andachieve lifelong wellbeing.

Boarding HouseSupervisors

ToowoombaGrammar School welcomes expressions of interest for boarding housesupervisors. These positions would suit university studentsrecent graduates or residential carers.

TheRole

Led bytheDirector of Boardingthe TGS Boarding Staff operatecollaboratively to provide a supportive and aspirationalenvironment in which the wellbeing and interests of eachindividual boy are nurtured enabling him to develop his characterand be the best he can be.

TGS providesahighly developed residential setting where boys loveto boardand where academic care and leadershipdevelopment are core.

Tasks& responsibilities include:

• Being aware of and respond to the pastoral needs of boys in the House by doing all things possible to promote a strong culture of respect for others their interests and their property and eliminate any bullying or harassment.
• Assisting the Head of House in maintaining a culture which values academic endeavour and a commitment to doing as well as possible in academic studies.
• Liaising with other boarding staff on all matters associated with boys development.
• Maintaining constant and active supervision presence in and around the boarding house monitoring behaviour language appearance and appropriate use of technology and social media.
• Liaising with other boarding staff regarding the boarders social and recreational activities.

DutyHours:

BoardingSupervisor shifts may:

• fall within termtime over approximately 37 weeks per year
• be rostered on Public Holidays that fall within term time
• be a minimum of 2 hours and may be up to 7.6 hours commencing
  • after 3pm Monday Friday
  • or rostered bewtween 6am and 10.30pm on weekends.

Qualifications &experience

• Previous experience in working with and relating to young people
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing the interests and wellbeing of boys
• Willingness to contribute to a flourishing environment for young people
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office applications and ability
• First Aid Certified
• Drivers Licence

Desiredattributes:

• A high level of interpersonal skills to understand and work cooperatively with adolescent boys.
• The ability to communicate effectively with a variety of personalities especially students and parents but including other staff and visitors.
• Be of sober disposition and able to dispense discipline in a firm but fair manner.
• Be highly organised regarding daytoday routine and detail.
• Be punctual and reliable in relation to duty days and times.
• Presentation/appearance appropriate to the position.
• Have the ability to show initiative and to work independently and be able to work across a roster that includes evening and weekends shifts

Benefits

• A part of a vibrant inclusive and thriving regional community.
• Meals may be taken in the Boarders Dining Hall on days when performing your duty.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• A safe caring and supportive work environment.

Howto apply:

Allapplications are to be submitted via TGSs online CareersPortal and include:

• a cover letter addressed to the Headmaster addressing the vacancy being applied for;
• a resume;
• the names and contact details of three confidential referees.

Enquiriesshould be directed to the Director of Boarding Mr Nick Byron on or email

Please note:Submitting an expression of interest does not automatically ensureyou will be offered casual work opportunities.

Working withChildren

Our school iscommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all thestudents in our care and expects all applicants to share thiscommitment. All School staff unless otherwise eligible foran exemption must possess a current Positive Notice or BlueCard issued under theWorking with Children (RiskManagement and Screening) Act 2000before commencingemployment with the School. Volunteer Blue Cards are requiredto be transferred to Paid Employment cards.