Head of Boarding House

St Joseph's Nudgee College; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

St Joseph's Nudgee College in Brisbane is seeking an experienced educator to join the Boarding team as Head of Boarding House, commencing Monday 18 January 2027. You will lead pastoral care, oversee wellbeing, and foster belonging for every boarder.

Working with the Director of Boarding, you will build strong relationships with students and families, uphold the college's values, and drive a safe, inclusive, thriving boarding community.

Qualifications

• Be a qualified and registered teacher.
• Demonstrate a genuine commitment to student wellbeing and pastoral care.
• Build positive and respectful relationships with students, families and colleagues.
• Possess excellent communication, organisation and leadership skills.
• Be committed to the values and mission of St Joseph's Nudgee College.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding pastoral leadership and support boarders’ wellbeing.
• Collaborate with the Director of Boarding to create a safe, inclusive boarding environment.
• Build strong relationships with students and families to foster belonging.

Skills

Pastoral leadership

Student wellbeing

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Qualified and registered teacher

Job description

Help shape the boarding journey of young men through exceptional pastoral leadership.

St Joseph's Nudgee College is one of Australia's leading Catholic boarding and day schools for boys. We are seeking an experienced educator to join the Boarding team in a rewarding leadership opportunity, commencing Monday 18 January 2027.

As Head of Boarding House, you'll play a key role in supporting boarders' wellbeing, personal growth and sense of belonging within a vibrant boarding community where every young man is known, valued and encouraged to thrive.

The opportunity

Working closely with the Director of Boarding you will provide outstanding pastoral leadership, build strong relationships with students and families, and help create a safe, supportive and inclusive boarding environment where every young man can thrive.

You can view the Head of Boarding House position description here.

About you

To be successful in this role you will:

• Be a qualified and registered teacher.
• Demonstrate a genuine commitment to student wellbeing and pastoral care.
• Build positive and respectful relationships with students, families and colleagues.
• Possess excellent communication, organisation and leadership skills.
• Be committed to the values and mission of St Joseph's Nudgee College.

Position details

• Commencement: Monday 18 January 2027
• Appointment: Three-year leadership appointment with the opportunity for a further three-year term, subject to review.

Applications

Applications close: Close of business Friday 27 November 2026.