Ascham is Australia’s only Dalton School—a leading academic, non-denominational girls’ day and boarding school (Prep–12) in Sydney. Since 1886, our approach has placed the individual girl at the centre—developing independence, confidence and a strong sense of purpose. Ascham graduates leave ready to lead, with the curiosity, capability and character to shape their world.

About this Role

We are a seeking an enthusiastic, passionate and highly organised Boarding Coordinator to work in one of our four boarding houses, be a great role model for girls in Years 7-12, ensure their well being, and contribute to the smooth running of their homes-away-from home.

This is a permanent part-time role during term time only of approximately 22 hours per week.

It incorporates evening / weekend work, and pre / post term set up and close-down, and may suit an individual with a background in teaching or adolescent health.

What You Will Do

- Assist with the smooth running of a school boarding house
- Oversee the physical, social and emotional welfare of each student
- Oversee weekend activities students, in conjunction with other colleagues
- Create a warm, positive and safe home-away-from-home for boarders by dealing with the daily and pastoral needs of boarders and their families
- Maintain student records, and ensure student safety and security
- Attend school functions and events as appropriate




- Sleep overnight in the boarding house and be on call for emergencies.

What You Will Bring

- Relevant qualifications or experiencegained from working with young people (and preferably girls, in teaching, nursing orother youth-relatedactivities)
- A thorough appreciation of and commitment to boarders and their families
- An understanding of boarder requirements, development needs and ongoing pastoral care
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and commitment to positive relationships and skilled communication
- The ability to work collaboratively in a small team with an adaptable and proactive approach
- Excellent understanding of and interest in contemporary issues in adolescent well being and development
- Advanced computer literacy, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and databases.

(listing WWCC, CPR and First Aid details if available)

For further information, including a position description please go to connecting/careers-at-ascham

Ascham seeks to provide a child-safe environment. We actively promote the safety and wellbeing of our students, with staff committed to protecting students from abuse or harm, in accordance with their legal and ethical obligations. Ascham’s Child Safe policies and Staff Code of Conduct are available on our website.

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📌 Boarding Coordinator (Woollahra Municipality)
🏢 Ascham School
📍 Woollahra Municipality