About the Chance

John Paul College is seeking an experienced and dedicated Residential Senior Boarding Supervisor to join our Boarding team on a fixed-term, part-time basis for Term 4 – October 6, to November 27, 2026. This position requires you to live on campus and participate in an on-call roster.

This leadership role is central to ensuring the smooth operation and high standards of the College's Boarding program. Working closely with the Head of Boarding, you will help maintain a safe, supportive and enriching environment for all boarders while guiding and mentoring Boarding Supervisors in their day-to-day responsibilities.

Reporting to the Head of Boarding, this position provides oversight of daily operations including active supervision, medical coordination, academic support, student wellbeing and activities coordination.

The Key Responsibilities of the Senior Boarding Supervisor will include:

- Providing leadership and support to Boarding Supervisors, serving as a key role model and point of contact for day-to-day operations.

- Coordinating medical matters in support of the Boarding Nurse and Head of Boarding, including maintaining medication records, facilitating appointments and liaising with parents.

- Overseeing administration through College systems such as Reach and Synergetic, ensuring Duty Reports and Pastoral Reports are completed accurately, and acting as the main point of approval for student leave and sensitive matters when on duty.

- Creating and coordinating a termly schedule of age-appropriate and culturally diverse activities for boarders, including risk assessments for outings.

- Monitoring student academic progress, conducting an academic audit each report period and ensuring students receive targeted support during study times.

- Supporting student participation in College sports, co-curricular and external activities, including coordination of transport logistics.

- Promoting a positive boarding experience, including supporting students with uniform requirements, wellbeing needs and everyday life skills guidance.

- Facilitating the orientation of new and returning students to Boarding.

- Upholding child protection and safeguarding processes at all times.





Fixed-term contract Term 4 - October 6 to 27 November 2026 (Potential opportunity to extend into 2027, available for the right candidate)

Part-time 36.25 hours per week, term-time only

Hours As below, with a 30-minute unpaid break per shift.

Monday: 3.15pm – 10.30pm

Tuesday: 3.15pm – 10.30pm

Wednesday: 3.15pm – 10.30pm

Saturday: 2pm – 10.30pm

Sunday: 8.30am – 5pm

Residence This position is required to live on-campus, and you are provided with a private room and ensuite, in a shared residence. With this, you are required to participate in a regularly scheduled on-call roster.

About You

You are a committed and compassionate professional with a genuine passion for supporting young people in a residential setting. You bring strong leadership qualities, sound judgement and the resilience to manage the varied demands of boarding life, including on-call and sleepover duties.

You communicate effectively with students, parents and colleagues, and take pride in creating a protected, inclusive and supportive community for boarders that reflects JPC's values of Mutual Respect, Integrity, Compassion and Excellence.

Essential qualifications and experience include:

· Experience working in a boarding house environment.

· Experience in youth activities and working with young people from diverse backgrounds.

· Current Senior First Aid certificate (or ability to obtain prior to commencing).

· Current Paid Blue Card (Positive Notice Working with Children Check) or ability to obtain one prior to commencing.

· Current Open Driver's Licence and willingness to drive College vehicles.

· Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive, respectful relationships with students, parents and colleagues.

· Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise effectively.

· High level of digital literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office.





· Resilience and flexibility in managing high-pressure and evolving situations.

· A clear understanding of, and alignment with, the College's values and Christian Ecumenical ethos.

Desirable qualifications include:

· Progress towards a bachelor's degree in education, psychology or social work.

· Bronze Medallion or Pool Deck Safety qualifications.

· ABSA (Australian Boarding Schools Association) Duty of Care Book/Workshop I and II.

· Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health First Aid certification.

How to Apply

If you are ready to make a meaningful contribution and help create a supportive, enriching environment for our boarding students, we encourage you to apply. Applications will be assessed as they are received, and this role may close early if a suitable candidate is appointed. We encourage interested candidates to apply without delay.

Applications for this role can be submitted by clicking this link and applying on our website.

Please ensure your application includes the following:

· A cover letter addressed to the Head of Boarding, outlining your suitability for the role and why you are interested in joining the John Paul College team.

· Your current resume, including relevant qualifications and previous work experience.

· The names and contact details of at least two professional referees.

John Paul College is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The College reserves its right to interview and offer this role prior to the closing date of this advertisement. If you are interested in joining John Paul College, please do not hesitate in applying as soon as possible.

John Paul College is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. We embed child safety into everything we do, including how we recruit and support our people. All successful candidates will be required to hold a current Blue Card prior to commencing employment and may be subject to disclosure and suitability checks as part of Queensland's Reportable Conduct Scheme.

📌 Residential Senior Boarding Supervisor (Daisy Hill)
🏢 John Paul College
📍 Daisy Hill