Head of House (Boys Boarding) - The Cathedral College

Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 89,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site accommodation

Competitive salary

12.75% superannuation

Health insurance discounts

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Cathedral College in Rockhampton, Queensland, seeks a committed Head of House for Boys' Boarding to lead daily pastoral care and boarding operations. This full-time role requires strong people leadership, safety, and collaborative work with the Boarding team and Principal.

On-site accommodation is provided, and you will guide staff, foster family partnerships, and support students to flourish academically, pastorally and socially within a Catholic education community.

Qualifications

• Current 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.
• Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools.
• Upload a current resume and cover letter including contact details (phone and email) of three professional referees.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective day-to-day leadership of Boys' Boarding.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality pastoral care and safe, structured boarding operations.
• Lead boarding staff and foster strong relationships with families and students.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Principal: Boarding to support student wellbeing and outcomes.

Job description

Head of House (Boys Boarding) - The Cathedral College

Position: Head of House (Boys' Boarding)
Commencement Date: January 2027
Employment Status: Full-time continuing
Hours per week: 38 hpw
Annual Salary: $99,181 + 12.75% superannuation
Applications Close: Friday, 20 November 2026

About us

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 welcomes 189 Boarders from across Central Queensland and beyond, enriching the College community. 1330 students 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.

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.

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.
• Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment inCatholic Schools
• Upload acurrent resume and cover letter including contact details (phone and email) ofthree (3) professional referees
• Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) file formats.

Further information

• For a confidential conversation please contact Mr Michael Busby, Assistant Principal: Boarding, 07 4999 1300 or [e-mail]
• 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.

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About Us

Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton, is a large, dynamic and growing organisation with a currentenrolment of approximately 18,220 students and a staff of approximately 3,400 in Kindergartens, EarlyLearning Centres, Outside School Hours Care Services, 31 Catholic Primary Schools and 8 Catholic Secondary Colleges.Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton serves communities from Bundaberg in the south to Mackayin the north and west to Longreach.

With a vibrant working environment, we provide excellent benefits for staff including professional andcareer development opportunities that build personal and organisational capability. We celebrate diversityin our workforce, and value the knowledge and skills that a diverse range of employees bring to theworkplace. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission and we have an emphasis oncaring and supporting teachers in both their vocation in working with students and other aspects of theirlives.