About the Opportunity

John Paul College are excited to share that our Boarding Village is looking for a professional, friendly, and student-focused Residential Boarding Supervisor to join us in our ongoing commitment to providing a safe and supportive environment for our boarding students.

The ideal candidate will be a genuine, enthusiastic individual who enjoys working collaboratively and who values the support they provide for the health and wellbeing of students and staff. A successful candidate will make a positive contribution to our Boarding Facility, Fenton Village, and the team, by being a good communicator, flexible, approachable, and well-organised.

This is a fixed-term, part-time contract working term-time only, from January to November 2027, averaging 20 to 25 hours per week. On-campus accommodation is provided as part of the role.

About the Role

Residential Boarding Supervisors play a vital role in fostering a safe, supportive, and structured environment for our boarding students. Working as part of a committed team, you will be directly responsible for the welfare, personal development, and academic support of students in our Boarding Village, while residing on campus.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide active, positive supervision across daily routines, recreational activities, study sessions, and co-curricular events.
• Support students' emotional wellbeing and personal development, building trusting relationships with firm, fair boundaries.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive environment, upholding student protection and duty of care responsibilities at all times.
• Supervise unwell students and liaise with health staff as needed.
• Participate in the Boarding on-call roster, responding to student and facility needs outside rostered hours.

Academic Support

• Supervise study sessions, assist with homework routines, and refer academic concerns to the Head of Boarding or teaching staff.

Health, Wellbeing and Safeguarding

• Promote healthy routines, hygiene, and self-care, in liaison with the College Nurses and Head of Boarding.
• Respond to wellbeing concerns with discretion and compassion.
• Implement emergency procedures including fire safety, evacuation, and lockdown.

Record Keeping and Communication

• Maintain accurate records using College systems (e.g., Reach and SEQTA).
• Communicate promptly and professionally with students, staff, and families.
• Attend staff meetings, training, and professional development as required.

Operations and Additional Duties

• Drive College vehicles (including minibuses) for student appointments, outings, and events.
• Assist with daily routines, meals, and evening activities.
• Contribute to a team culture of reliability, positivity, and respect.

Role Details

• Fixed-term, part-time contract during term-time only: January to November 2027
• 20 to 25 hours per week, with the set schedule to be determined with candidate at time of appointment, rostered across any of the 7 days of the week, including mornings, evenings, and weekends
• On-campus accommodation included: Private room and ensuite in a shared accommodation.
• Participation in an on-call roster required

About You

This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting young people in a residential education setting. If you are caring, dependable, and thrive in a team-based environment, we would love to hear from you.

• A current paid Blue Card (or ability to obtain prior to commencement)
• Current First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Open Driver Licence with a safe driving record
• Willingness to live on campus and participate in the on-call roster
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with basic computer applications (Microsoft Office, email, etc.)
• Ability to work effectively in a team and follow routine procedures
• Experience working with young people is desirable

How to Apply

Applications are to be made by clicking Apply below.  

To assist us with determining your suitability for this role, please ensure your application includes the following information -

• Your cover letter is addressed to the attention of Lisa O’Neill – Recruitment Officer and should share with us your experience and what you will bring to the role
• Your current resume includes your qualifications and employment history.
• And the names and contact details for 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.