Boarding Supervisor

Position Overview

We are offering two permanent full-time positions as Boarding Supervisors starting in October 2026. Our college provides a secure, nurturing environment where students enjoy privacy and personal growth opportunities. The institution fosters a vibrant community where students not only study and reside but also build lasting friendships and experience a supportive home-like atmosphere.

Role Responsibilities

Qualified professional staff supervise students, striving to balance academic pursuits and recreation. Boarding Supervisors organize and facilitate regular study sessions and tutoring, support students' educational and sporting goals, and coordinate diverse recreational and social activities.

The successful candidates will uphold appropriate student values and behaviors, ensure duty of care according to Department policies, embrace cultural diversity, and promote opportunities enhancing academic, social, emotional, and physical development.

Reporting any concerns related to student or staff wellbeing, occupational safety and health, and maintenance promptly to senior personnel is essential. The role requires adherence to the Public Sector Code of Ethics, Code of Conduct, and all Departmental standards.

Professional Benefits

• 12% employer superannuation contribution
• Comprehensive leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service, and parental leave
• Access to professional development and study leave/assistance
• Eligibility for salary packaging subject to industrial instruments

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

The Department is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce reflective of Western Australia's community. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, youth, LGBTQ+ individuals, persons with disabilities, and culturally and linguistically diverse applicants are highly encouraged. Refer to the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for details.

Eligibility Criteria

• Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or holder of a valid visa with relevant work rights for the appointment duration
• Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and possess current Department-issued Screening Clearance prior to commencement
• Hold and maintain a current Working with Children Check
• Ability to work rostered shifts including nights, weekends, and public holidays
• Possession of current First Aid Certificates (HLTAID009 for CPR and HLTAID011 for First Aid) prior to first rostered student shift
• Within six months of employment, obtain and maintain an LR Class Driver's Licence and Passenger Transport Driver authorization, Aquatic Rescue for Group III Pool Award, Surf Rescue Certificate, and Certificate IV in Community Services – Student Residential Care (CHC42021)
• Compliance with operational requirements as determined by the College Manager

Application Details

Applicants must submit via the provided application process including a CV (maximum two pages) highlighting employment history and professional learning relevant to the position and a four-page statement addressing specific selection criteria.

Selection criteria include demonstrating competencies in student supervision, planning and conducting leisure activities, interpersonal and communication skills, organizational abilities, and commitment to meeting eligibility and training requirements.

Applications close at 4:30 pm AWST on Monday, 10 August 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Additional Information

For further inquiries, contact the Albany Residential College Manager. Surplus employee referrals from public sector agencies are welcome via designated contacts.

The Department may consider suitable candidates for related vacancies within the next twelve months, including in cases where the initial appointee declines or vacates the role.

A four-day breach period applies to this recruitment process.