- Make a difference in the lives of our students
- Be part of a Community
- Permanent Full-time, commencing Term 1, 2027

The King's School is seeking an outstanding educator and leader to join our Boarding team as a Boarding Housemaster.

This is a significant leadership opportunity within one of Australia's leading boarding schools. As a Boarding Housemaster, you will provide leadership, pastoral care and oversight for a vibrant boarding community, supporting the academic growth, character development and wellbeing of students while fostering a safe, structured and values-driven residential environment.

Working closely with the Deputy Head - Students and Community and the Director of Boarding, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the boarding experience for students and contributing to the strategic development of boarding at The King's School.

The Boarding Housemaster is required to live onsite at North Parramatta, in School provided residential family accommodation.

ABOUT THE ROLE
Key responsibilities include:
• Leading and fostering a positive, supportive and inclusive boarding community.
• Providing pastoral care, guidance and supervision to boarders.
• Supporting students' academic progress and personal growth.
• Building strong relationships with families and maintaining clear communication regarding student wellbeing and progress.
• Managing boarding operations, routines, staffing rosters and student supervision.
• Coaching and mentoring boarding staff and fellow Housemasters.
• Upholding child safety, student wellbeing and boarding best practice.

ABOUT YOU
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
• Proven leadership experience within a residential, educational or youth-focused community.
• Current teaching qualifications and experience as an educator.




• Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills.
• Robust pastoral care capabilities and a genuine commitment to student wellbeing.
• Experience managing complex situations with sound judgement and professionalism.
• The ability to inspire, mentor and support both students and staff.
• Alignment with and support for the Anglican Christian ethos and values of The King's School.

ABOUT US
The King’s School, Australia's oldest independent school, is a Christian community that seeks to make an outstanding impact for the good of society. The staff at King's are supportive and enthusiastic professionals, who respect the Christian ethos of the School and contribute in a way that balances the needs of the School and the staff's unique talents and interests. Our team is focused on developing Global Thought Leaders through developing Academic Excellence with Character Development in the context of Christian Community.

HOW TO APPLY
Applications should include:
• A cover letter addressing your suitability for the role (no longer than 2 pages)
• A current curriculum vitae.

Applications should be submitted via the appropriate link.

The King's School has a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse and is committed to promoting child safety, the wellbeing of children and protecting children from abuse. To ensure the safeguarding of our students, all employees must have a current Employee Working with Children Check before commencing work. In addition, included throughout the recruitment process are checks of suitability for employment with children.

Applications Close 18 November 2026 at 5pm.

The School reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date should an outstanding candidate be identified.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact People and Culture by email **********@kings.edu.au.

📌 Boarding Housemaster (Parramatta)
🏢 The King's School - NSW
📍 Parramatta