ROCKHAMPTON GIRLS GRAMMAR SCHOOL

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School is one of the original eight Grammar Schools of Queensland. Opening in 1892, Girls Grammar has served and supported the education of girls and young women for over 130 years.

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School is a learning community founded on a commitment to ‘Learning for Life’. Each member of our School family contributes to sustaining an workplace in which individuals actively engage in their learning; where School values are embraced; where mutual and self-respect is paramount; where community and global citizenship is fostered and where excellence in every endeavour is sought and celebrated.

OUR CONTRIBUTION TO SOCIETY

At Rockhampton Girls Grammar School, we have an unwavering dedication to educate and nurture influential young women who contribute passionately and confidently to our diverse and ever-changing society.

OUR PURPOSE

Our purpose is to empower and inspire confidence in young women to create and embrace every opportunity.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to foster a connected community that develops clever and confident young women.

OUR VALUES

Staff and students are expected to display the following behaviours that are at the core of our School:

- Connection - We foster meaningful relationships that create a strong, supportive community among students, staff, families, and alumni.

- Integrity – We uphold the highest standards of honesty, respect, and accountability, ensuring our actions align with our words.

- Confidence – We empower our students to believe in their abilities, embrace challenges, and lead with courage in all aspects of life.

- Curiosity - We inspire a lifelong love of learning, encouraging our students to ask questions, explore ideas, and seek solutions.

- Traditions – We honour the rich heritage of our school, embracing the values and practices that shape our unique identity.

OUR MOTTO

Non Scholae Sed Vitae - Not only for school but for life we are learning.

THE ROLE

Employment Type: Full Time - Term Time (with some hours required during school holiday periods)

Hours: Flexible (from 38 - 48 hours per week)

Sleepovers and weekend hours are a requirement of the role.

Live in options available - Live in preferred.

Applicants are encouraged to submit applications now.

Applicants must hold a Blue Card or have the ability to obtain one.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

As the Boarding House Coordinator at Rockhampton Girls Grammar School you will play an significant role in creating a positive, caring and open culture that encourages full participation in study, and cocurricular programs within the school and the boarding community. Boarding staff are expected to model appropriate behaviours, values and attitudes at all times.



They are to provide a homely environment where boarders can grow into responsible and confident young women.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

As the Boarding House Coordinator the expectations would be supporting the Head of Boarding with the following:

- Oversee the safety, health, and emotional wellbeing of all boarders during residential hours.

- Establish clear house routines, enforce residential codes of conduct, and address behavioural issues fairly and consistently.

- Coordinate induction programs to help new and international boarders settle into house life and build community connections.

- Manage medication logs, coordinate medical or counselling appointments when required, and respond to after-hours emergencies.

- Conduct regular room inspections and report maintenance, cleaning, or catering issues to facility teams.

- Organise structured evening study sessions, weekend outings, and social activities to keep boarders engaged.

- Ensure strict adherence to Australian child protection standards, mandatory reporting laws, and boarding safety guidelines.

- Maintain accurate digital files for resident attendance, medical alerts, pastoral notes, and risk assessments.

- Check and monitor student leave applications and approve when submitted or endorsed by a parent in accordance with Rockhampton Girls Grammar School Boarding Handbook.

- Mentoring and supporting boarding supervisors in the pastoral care, wellbeing, cocurricular and academic support for students.

- Assist in the rostering of staff (when required).

- Be available for on call and outside of hours duties as required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF BOARDING STAFF

All boarding staff are required to:

- Apply appropriate levels of confidentiality when interacting with students, parents, staff and members of the community.

- Maintain clear and regular communication between boarding staff members.

- Ensure that Head of Boarding is updated on all boarding matters.

- Encourage and nurture the link between day staff, boarding staff and students.

- Ability to work mornings and evenings during weekdays, weekends, public holidays and overnight stays.

- Maintain accurate roll marking and record keeping requirements.

- Monitor and be responsive to student movements at all times.

- Assist boarders in all facets of school life with compassion and consistency.





- Ensure all new boarders are well supported.

- Provide homework and study support and seek additional assistance for students when necessary.

- Monitor individual health and wellbeing of boarders, collaborating with the Head of Boarding and other key staff to ensure ultimate support for students is provided.

- Maintain an open approach to concerns, ensure that boarders feel they have been heard and that their concerns will be acted upon.

- Monitor, encourage and actively support academic performance, liaising with academic staff as required.

- Assist with the coordination and organisation of boarder activities.

- Encourage girls to manage their responsibilities, develop life skills and promote individual self-esteem.

- Transport students to appointments as required.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

- Knowledge of caring for students in residential care.

- An understanding of the legal requirements involved in residential accommodation.

- A clear understanding of the Australian Boarding Schools Association ‘Duty of Care’ guidelines or ability to learn.

- Awareness of school structure, rules and procedures of both the day school and boarding house.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Promote Rockhampton Girls Grammar School inside and outside the school community.

The successful application is required to:

- possess a current Blue Card from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian.

- hold a valid Driver Licence.

All applicants will be subject to Rockhampton Girls Grammar School legislative screening procedures and will be required to authorise such checks and provide identification. These checks are consistent with Rockhampton Girls Grammar's commitment to child protection policies and procedures.

WHAT WE OFFER

- Professional Development opportunities

- Employee Assistance Program

- Superannuation benefits

- Salary Sacrifice/Novated Lease options available

APPLICATION INFORMATION

To be considered for the Boarding House Coordinator position please submit a copy of your Cover Letter and Resume via Seek in PDF format.

2 x Professional References are a requirement of the onboarding process and will be contacted after interview.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible as Rockhampton Girls Grammar School reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

For further information contact the Human Resources Officer, Emily Conrad on (07) 49 300 *** or email **@rggs.qld.edu.au.

The role description is available on the school website - please see the link below to copy into your web browser.

https://www.rggs.qld.edu.au/employment

📌 Boarding House Coordinator (Rockhampton)
🏢 Rockhampton Girls Grammar School
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