Head of House (Boys Boarding)

The Cathedral College; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 89,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site accommodation

Corporate health discounts

Long service leave

Induction and professional development

Job summary

The Cathedral College is seeking a highly organized, energetic Head of House: Boys' Boarding to lead and oversee the Boys' Boarding facility. This full-time position includes on-site accommodation and a focus on delivering exceptional pastoral care, student wellbeing, and safe, structured boarding environments.

Reporting to the Assistant Principal: Boarding, the successful candidate will lead boarding staff, foster strong relationships with families, and support students in achieving their

Qualifications

• Experience in student wellbeing and pastoral care.
• Ability to lead boarding staff and build relationships with families.
• Residential position requires on-site accommodation and residency.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership of Boys' Boarding.
• Ensure high-quality pastoral care and safe environment.
• Oversee boarding operations and staff supervision.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Principal: Boarding and families.

Skills

Pastoral leadership

Staff management

Student welfare

Organisational skills

Job description

The Cathedral College,is a Catholic, co-educational, Secondary, Boarding College with Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton.The College aims to deliver a holistic Catholic Education where academic excellence goes hand in hand with spiritual, emotional, physical, cultural and social development.

The College is built in the shadow of St Joseph’s Cathedral and welcomes189Boarders from across Central Queensland and beyond, enriching the College community.1360students are enrolled and all are invited to respond to Jesus Christ’s message to ‘come live life in all its fullness’.

Girls' Boarding is located a short distance from the College in Agnes Street and Boys’ Boarding is situated on the College site in Derby Street. Our Boarders are an integral part of the College and enrich College life.

Your Role

The Cathedral College is seeking an organised, efficient, and energetic person to join the College as Head of House: Boys' Boarding. This is a full-time continuing position (38hpw) for commencement in January 2027.

The Head of House: Boys Boarding will provide effective day-to-day leadership of Boys' Boarding, ensuring the delivery of high-quality pastoral care, efficient operations and positive outcomes for boarding students. Working closely with the Assistant Principal: Boarding, you will foster a safe, caring and structured environment, lead boarding staff, build strong relationships with families, and support students to achieve their potential in all aspects of College life.

This is a residential position, with on-site accommodation provided. The successful applicant will be required to reside on campus as part of their responsibilities as Head of House - Boys' Boarding.

About you

The successful applicant will have an understanding of and commitment to the values of Catholic Education, demonstrated experience in student wellbeing, pastoral care and team leadership, with the ability to create a positive and supportive boarding environment where young people can flourish. You will be an organised and collaborative leader who excels in building strong relationships with students, families and staff and leads with integrity, care and professionalism.

Experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential. We value individuals who are committed to continuous growth and are eager to learn and contribute to our educational communities.

We look forward to receiving your application and are sure that you will find a career with Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton very rewarding.

What we offer

Competitive salary - $99,181 per year

Superannuation contribution of 12.75%

On-site accommodation is provided, as a residential position

Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)

Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance

Access to Fitness Passport

Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations

Induction, professional development and learning opportunities

Modern facilities and resources

Mandatory Requirements

A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.

Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.

Further information

For a confidential conversation please contact Mr Michael Busby, Assistant Principal: Boarding, 07 4999 1*** or *************@tccr.com.au

For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services **********@rok.catholic.edu.au

Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.

Applications Close: Friday, 20 November 2026

Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.