Boarding Supervisor - Outdoor Education(Kangaroo Valley)

The Scots College; Kangaroo Valley; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Boarding and meals included

Employee Assistance Programs

Access to college gym

Job summary

The Scots College invites applications for a Boarding Supervisor to live on site and support the Scots culture while assisting with day-to-day operations of the Glengarry Campus.

You will provide active supervision for bed downs, wake ups, sports and recreational activities, respond to dorm emergencies, and act as a first responder with overnight duty support. A valid driver’s licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Residential Support: Monitor and actively supervise Year 9 boys on campus with emphasis on safety.
• Mentor and model for the boys in all aspects of the Glengarry program including punctuality, tidiness, speech and presentation.
• Provide silent hours support to designated dorms overnight.
• Respond to emergencies in dorms and act as first responder; alert senior staff and secure extra help when needed.
• Provide over-the-counter medication to students in line with ABSA standards.
• Be available and on time for supervisory duties in the dorm and wider program.
• Know the timetable to prepare boys for upcoming events.
• Support other staff and work as a team to ensure smooth program flow and safety.
• Observe and assist with the outdoor education program when required, including hikes and long journeys home.
• Ensure wellbeing and safety within dormitories and Glengarry Campus by following policies; support Christian ethos.
• Supervise students during lunch and recess as required; participate in College events and constitute presentations as needed.
• Engage in daytime aspects of the Glengarry program; participate in staff meetings and professional development.
• Complete Duty of Care Book 1 (ABSA) within the first 2 months of employment.

Job description

The Scots College is a distinctive Australian day and boarding boys' school that promoting the lordship of Jesus Christ in all things. We exist to inspire boys to learn, lead and serve as they strive for excellence together. Scots has been raising fine young men since 1893 from Sydney, NSW and different nations around the world.

Our staff are committed to a culture of high expectations that nourishes creative, confident, accomplished young men. We employ professional, experienced and hardworking staff who are offered outstanding opportunities for development, leadership and new experiences. At Scots, you belong to a team who enjoy working alongside you and champion your accomplishments.

What do we offer?

• A culture that cultivates a body of graduates who are well-rounded, successful men of faith and independent mind who influence their nation for the greater good and who strive to be worthy of their forefathers.
• An institution that seeks to serve God faithfully, through our core values and culture.
• Personal development and growth opportunities.
• A constructive and supportive work environment in which all staff members are valued.
• Financial and non-financial rewards and incentives.
• Board and meals included
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Access to The Scots College bus transport system.
• Access to medical services.
• Free access to the college gym.
• Salary packaging.

Primary Purpose of This Role

To live on site, support the Scots culture and assist with the day-to-day running of the Glengarry Campus program. Provide active and positive supervision for bed downs, wake ups, sports and recreational activities. Respond to emergencies in Dorms and act as first responder; alerting ‘On Call’ during overnight hours. This role will include a specific campus responsibility in an area such as sport and recreational, grounds and vehicles, laundry and mail.

Key Accountabilities:

• Student safety and wellbeing
• Active and positive supervision of students
• A high standard of cleanliness in residence
• Awareness of risk for outdoor training, physical training and recreational activities
• Adherence to college and campus policy and procedure

Key Tasks and Expected Outcomes

• Residential Support
• Monitor and actively supervise Year 9 boys on campus with specific emphasis on ensuring all students safety
• Act as a mentor and model for the boys in all aspects of the Glengarry program including punctuality, tidiness, speech & presentation
• Provide silent hours support to designated dorm/s overnight
• Respond to emergencies in Dorms and act as first responder; alerting senior staff and securing extra help when needed
• Provide over the counter medication to students according ABSA standards
• Be available and on time for supervisory duties in the Dorm and the wider program and timetable
• Know the timetable and diary in order to prepare the boys for up-and-coming events
• Support other staff & act as a team member to ensure the smooth flow of the program and the safety of the boys
• Serve in either; Mail and Laundry, Vehicles and Grounds or Sport and Recreational.
• Observe & assist with the outdoor education program at Glengarry as required:
  Participating in hike briefs, de briefs and other outdoor activities as required Take part in Rogaines, Solos, option hikes and Long Journey Home (LJH).
• Policy Implementation
• Ensure students’ wellbeing and safety within the Dormitories and Glengarry Campus by adhering to all policies and procedures
• Support the Christian ethos of the College
• Community Leadership of Co-Curricular
• Supervise students during lunch and recess as required
• Participate in College events including Speech nights, LJH, campus clean up days
• Communicate and work collaboratively with colleagues, parents and caregivers
• Recognise the value and uniqueness of each individual within the College community
• Participate fully in the life of the College and attend meetings and make presentations as required
• Engage in the daytime aspects of the Glengarry program
  
• Professional Development
• Participate in staff meetings & professional development days as required
• Must complete Duty of Care Book 1 (ABSA) within the first 2 months of employment

Performance Review Conditions

The appointee to the position of Boarding Supervisor will be required to participate in the annual Performance Review Program. An external Performance Review will be conducted at the request of the Principal.

Special Requirements

The nature of this position is such that the Boarding Supervisor is required to be available outside the ‘normal’ school hours, is required to participate fully in the life of the school, to attend meetings and make presentations when necessary.

The Boarding Supervisor will, from time to time, be asked to take on extra duties that are assigned by the Principal.

The Boarding Supervisor must hold a valid driver's licence.