Howqua Assistant (2027)

Lauriston; Mansfield; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Professional Learning opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Lauriston Girls’ School seeks a capable Howqua Assistant for its Howqua Year 9 residential campus in Victoria's High Country for the 2027 school year. This full-time, maximum-term role begins January 2027 and includes housing.

You will contribute to delivering an integrated program across academic, outdoor and community experiences, supporting student wellbeing and growth. Working closely with teaching staff, you will help supervise students, assist with outdoor education and campus operations

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students in academic and co-curricular activities.
• Ability to supervise students in learning and residential settings.
• Interest in outdoor education and hands-on learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and support a high-quality Year 9 residential program.
• Assist with program delivery, outdoor education, and student supervision.
• Help foster a safe, inclusive residential community on campus.

Skills

Student support

Outdoor education

Residential supervision

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Wellbeing focus

Job description

LauristonGirls’ School is seeking a highly capable and adaptableHowqua Assistant to join our unique residentialcampus in Victoria’s High Country for the 2027 schoolyear.

This is anexciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic Year 9 residentialprogram, supporting the delivery of academic, outdoor andcommunity-based learning experiences.

AboutLauriston

Establishedin 1901, Lauriston Girls’ School has a long-standing reputation foracademic excellence, educational innovation, and a deep commitmentto empowering young women. From our renowned Howqua Year 9 campusprogram to our Reggio Emilia–inspired Early Learning Centre,Lauriston is a vibrant and progressive learning community, ourvalues - Engagement in Life, Intellectual Curiosity, Courage,Creativity and Relationships, shape who we are and all wedo.

Howqua isLauriston’s immersive Year 9 residential program, where studentsare supported and challenged to build independence, resilience andconfidence. Through a unique mix of academic, outdoor and communityexperiences, students step beyond their comfort zone and developthe skills to thrive.

Aboutthe role

• Full-time,maximum-term (12 months)
• CommencingJanuary 2027 (2027 school year)
• Housingprovided

HowquaAssistants play a vital, hands-on role in the day-to-day operationof the campus. Working closely with teaching and other staff, youwill help deliver a high-quality, integrated program that supportsstudent learning, wellbeing and personal growth.

You willcontribute across a broad range of activities including programdelivery, outdoor education, student supervision and campusoperations, while helping foster a safe, inclusive and respectfulresidential community.

Capabilitiesand Experience:

• Experiencesupporting students in academic, outdoor and co-curricularprograms
• Confidentsupervising students in learning and residentialsettings
• Interestin outdoor education and working in a hands-onenvironment
• Stronginterpersonal skills with a proactive, team-orientedapproach
• Adaptableand willing to contribute across all aspects of campuslife
• Commitmentto student wellbeing, residential community and childsafety

Forfurther information please refer to the PositionDescription.

Benefitsof working at Lauriston Girls’ School:

• Competitivesalary and conditions
• ProfessionalLearning opportunities
• Supportiveand professional working environment
• EmployeeAssistance Program (EAP)

Allapplicants must hold current Working With Children Check (Employee)clearance and have the right to live and work inAustralia.

Applicationsshould be addressed to the Principal and include a cover letteroutlining your suitability for this role and a currentresume.

Pleasesubmit applications via our recruitment portal; email applicationswill not be considered.

Applicationsclose Monday 19 October 2026 at9.00am; however, the position may be filled at anystage during the recruitment process. Early applications arestrongly encouraged. Only candidates shortlisted for interview willbe contacted.

Enquiries:Kim Reid, People and Capability Coordinator on 03 9864 7***, or**********@lauriston.vic.edu.au

Girls’School is a child safe organisation which welcomes children, youngpeople and their families. Lauriston Girls’ School has zerotolerance for child abuse. Everyone working at Lauriston Girls’School is responsible for the care and protection of the childrenand young people within our care and reporting of information aboutsuspected child abuse. All members of staff share in the responsibility for the prevention and detection of child abuse andpromptly raising any issues or concerns about a child’s safety. Allstaff are required to follow the School’s Child Safe policies andChild Safety Code of Conduct.