Head of Residence

St Ursula's College; Yeppoon; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

St Ursula’s College in Yeppoon, Queensland, invites applications for a Head of Residence, commencing January 2027. The role leads the Boarding House, aligning daily operations with the college’s mission and student wellbeing framework.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strategic leadership, manage staff and resources, and foster a safe, nurturing boarding environment for girls in Years 7–12, guided by Gospel values and the Presentation tradition.

Job description

Head of Residence - commencing January 2027.

St Ursula’s College offers an education for young women of the future based on the gospel values and Nano Nagle’s vision.

Head of Residence - commencing January 2027.

St Ursula’s College offers an education for young women of the future based on the gospel values and Nano Nagle’s vision.

Founded in 1918 by the Sisters of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the College continues to be inspired by the vision, legacy and charism of Nano Nagle and the enduring traditions of Presentation education. Today, St Ursula’s College is a ministry of Mercy Partners.

At St Ursula’s College, we offer girls in Years 7-12 a holistic, comprehensive, faith-filled Secondary education encompassing academic and vocational pathways to tertiary study and / or employment. St Ursulas’ College has provided Boarding facilities for almost 120 years.

This position presents a unique, rewarding and exciting opportunity for an experienced leader. The Head of Residence is responsible and accountable to the Deputy Principal – Students & Wellbeing for the proactive leadership, management and operations of the Boarding House, and for converting the Colleges’ strategic goals into operational priorities and plans for Boarding.

Key requirements of the position are available in the attached Head of Residence document.

Applications close Friday 9th October 2026.

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