Aboriginal Boarding Supervisor

Department of Education, Western Australia; Shire Of West Arthur; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% employer contributed superannuaton

Generous leave entitlements

Professional development opportunities

Salary packaging

Job summary

Geraldton Residential College, operated by the Department of Education, Western Australia, seeks Aboriginal Boarding Supervisors to support wellbeing and duty of care for Aboriginal students in a residential setting.

You will plan leisure activities, coordinate transport, and maintain communications with families, staff and external partners, while adhering to ethical and departmental standards.

Qualifications

• Aboriginality is essential for this position under WA Equal Opportunity Act.
• Applicants must be Australian or NZ citizens or have work rights for the term.
• Must obtain Working with Children Check and National Police Screening clearance.
• Induction program within 3 months of commencement and rosters may include nights/weekends.
• Must hold First Aid certificates (CPR HLTAID009 and First Aid HLTAID011) and related training.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Aboriginal students with care to support wellbeing and duty of care.
• Plan and implement leisure activities to develop academic, social and physical skills.
• Arrange and provide transportation for students, including driving college vehicles.
• Maintain regular communication with students, staff, parents and partners.
• Uphold ethics and Department requirements; support college events and duties.

Skills

Student supervision

Interpersonal communication

Safety and wellbeing awareness

Education

Certificate IV in Community Services – Student Residential Care

Job description

Aboriginality is considered essential for this position under section 50(d) of the Western Australian Equal Opportunity Act.

This is a permanent full-time position commencing November 2026

Geraldton Residential College is an established and respected institution within the Geraldton community. Our credibility is reflected in the confidence shown by families who have sent successive generations to our college over many years.

Geraldton is an amazing place for students from regional Western Australia to live while completing their secondary education. Located more than 400 kilometres north of Perth, Geraldton is home to beautiful beaches, a comfortable climate and year-round sunshine.

A bustling regional city, Geraldton boasts a healthy community environment, a flourishing economy and successful industries such as mining, fishing, manufacturing, construction, retail and tourism. Our port city is a 5-hour drive from Carnarvon, Perth and Meekatharra, and is connected by daily flights and buses to Perth.

The Role

Aboriginal Boarding Supervisors supervise students, providing appropriate care to support their wellbeing and fulfill duty of care responsibilities in line with relevant legislation and Department requirements. They support and reinforce appropriate values and behaviours of students, particularly Aboriginal students, including respect for multicultural diversity.

The successful applicant will promptly report concerns with student and staff wellbeing, duty of care, occupational safety and health and maintenance matters to senior staff. They will plan and implement a wide range of leisure activities suitable for student participation, particularly Aboriginal students, including opportunities for students to develop their academic, social, emotional and physical skills. They will additionally arrange and provide appropriate transportation for students to activities, including driving students in college vehicles.

In this role, the successful applicant will facilitate and maintain regular communication with students, college staff, parents, school staff, and others involved in supporting student development and wellbeing, particularly Aboriginal students. They will be expected to attend college functions and promotion activities as required by the College Manager, including award presentations, special events, orientation and open days, regional field days and agricultural shows. They will be required to uphold the Public Sector Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct and work in accordance with Department requirements. They may be required to distribute medicines to students according to parent and/ or health professional instructions.

Professional Benefits

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
• Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Michael Gilmour, College Manager on [phone] or by emailing [e-mail]

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at [e-mail] during the advertising period.

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

Being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background is considered essential for this position under section 50(d) of the Western Australian Equal Opportunity Act.

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment
• obtain or hold (and maintain) a current Working with Children Check
• complete the Department’s induction program within 3 months of commencement
• work according to rostered hours which may include nights, weekends and public holidays
• obtain (prior to first rostered shift working with students) and maintain a current:
• First Aid Certificate – Provide CPR (HLTAID009)
• First Aid Certificate – Provide First Aid (HLTAID011)
• within 6 months of commencement of employment obtain and maintain a current:
• LR Class Driver’s Licence and a Passenger Transport Driver (PTD) authorisation;
• Aquatic Rescue for Group lll Pool Award*
• Surf Rescue Certificate*
• obtain a Certificate IV in Community Services – Student Residential Care (CHC42021) within 6 months of commencement of employment.
• Dependent on operational requirements as determined by College Manager.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

• A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
• Demonstrated skills and understanding of appropriate supervision and care of students in a residential setting.
• Demonstrated capability to initiate, plan, document and safely lead a wide range of leisure activities for secondary students.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills, written and oral communication skills, with the ability to write plans, pastoral notes and reports; and interact positively with students and parents including those with diverse multicultural backgrounds.
• Demonstrated organisational skills and ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team.
• Demonstrated capacity to successfully meet and maintain the required eligibility and training requirements of this position.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on [phone] for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1067756

Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 2 November 2026