Senior Boarding Assistant (level 2)

Abbotsleigh; Sydney; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbotsleigh is seeking Casual Boarding Assistants to support the wellbeing and development of students in our boarding community. You will provide pastoral care, supervision, and a trusted presence to help students feel at home while away from family.

Responsibilities include supervising on evenings and weekends, promoting a respectful environment, coordinating with staff, and ensuring safeguarding and safety policies are followed. This role suits those passionate about working with young people.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in supporting the wellbeing and development of young people.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build positive and professional relationships with students and colleagues.
• Sound judgement, resilience and a calm approach when responding to challenges.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, overnight and weekends.
• Current Working With Children Check (or ability to obtain one).
• Current First Aid and CPR qualifications (or willingness to obtain).
• Eligibility to work in Australia.
• Commitment to child safeguarding and student wellbeing

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support to boarding students in accordance with Boarding House procedures.
• Foster a positive, respectful and inclusive boarding environment.
• Support students' wellbeing, personal development and pastoral care needs.
• Assist with evening, weekend and recreational activities.
• Monitor student attendance, routines and general conduct.
• Respond appropriately to student concerns and wellbeing matters.
• Work collaboratively with boarding, teaching and support staff.
• Ensure compliance with child safeguarding, health and safety, and school policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Resilience

Teamwork

Flexibility

Independent work

Shift flexibility

Education

Working With Children Check

First Aid and CPR qualifications

Job description

Term 4 start | Casual | Reports to Boarding Coordinators

We are seeking enthusiastic, caring and reliable Casual Boarding Assistants to support the wellbeing, safety and development of students within our vibrant boarding community.

Abbotsleigh's Boarding House is home to girls from across New South Wales and beyond who live on campus while attending school. For many students, boarding provides an exciting opportunity to pursue their education while living away from home and family. Our boarders are energetic, capable and engaging young people who participate fully in school life, co-curricular activities and the broader boarding community.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about working with young people and enjoy being part of a supportive team environment.
Professional and rewarding team environment.

The Role

As a Casual Boarding Assistant, you will play an important role in helping students feel supported, connected and at home while they are away from their families. From providing pastoral care and supervision to being a positive and trusted adult presence, you will contribute to creating a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment where students can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support to boarding students in accordance with Boarding House procedures.
• Foster a positive, respectful and inclusive boarding environment.
• Support students' wellbeing, personal development and pastoral care needs.
• Assist with evening, weekend and recreational activities.
• Monitor student attendance, routines and general conduct.
• Respond appropriately to student concerns and wellbeing matters.
• Work collaboratively with boarding, teaching and support staff.
• Ensure compliance with child safeguarding, health and safety, and school policies.
  

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• A genuine interest in supporting the wellbeing and development of young people.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• The ability to build positive and professional relationships with students and colleagues.
• Sound judgement, resilience and a calm approach when responding to challenges.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, overnight and weekends.
• Current Working With Children Check (or ability to obtain one).
• Current First Aid and CPR qualifications (or willingness to obtain).
• Eligibility to work in Australia.
• Commitment to child safeguarding and student wellbeing

Why Join Abbotsleigh?

At Abbotsleigh, our staff are at the heart of everything we do. We offer:

• A vibrant school community with a strong culture of care and connection
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people
• Professional growth and leadership development opportunities
• Access to outstanding facilities and resources
  

If you are passionate about student wellbeing and looking to further your leadership experience within a highly regarded boarding environment, we would love to hear from you.

Roster and Working Hours

This position operates on a roster across weekdays and weekends. Typical shifts include:

Weekday afternoon/evening shifts, generally 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Weekend day shifts
Weekend evening and overnight shifts

Flexibility to work across a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends and occasional overnight coverage, is essential.

Abbotsleigh's Commitment to Child Protection

Abbotsleigh is a ‘Child Safe Organisation' committed to ensuring the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of all children and young people at the School and is dedicated to protecting them from abuse and harm. All children and young people who come to Abbotsleigh have a right to feel and be safe.

All successful applicants will undergo employment screening through the Office of the Children's Guardian and must hold a current Working with Children Check.