Key duties and responsibilities

Boarding has formed the core of The Rockhampton Grammar School since our founding in 1881 and will always be at the heart of our School. Valuing our position as Queensland’s largest boarding school, our vibrant boarding community is very much about the people who reside within it. 

Conveniently located in one of Queensland’s largest regional centres, we are proud to be chosen as the school of choice by families throughout Central Queensland, Far North Queensland, the Northern Territory and overseas. We also take the responsibility seriously. More than a third of our Secondary School students are boarders and we do everything we can to make sure they feel safe, comfortable and happy.

We never take for granted the trust that boarding families place in our School. It is a major life decision for parents to choose where their children will go to school. We are privileged that so many families choose RGS, to not only provide a high-quality education but also to care for their child and provide a “second home” throughout the school year.  

POSITION TITLE: Boarding Supervisors (Boys’)

DEPARTMENT: Boarding

CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time, Part-Time, Casual (Term-Time),

REPORTS TO: Head of Boarding (Boys')

In conjunction with the Director of Boarding, Heads of Boarding, and Boarding Heads of Year you share the responsibility for the safety, welfare, behaviour, personal development, pastoral care and day to day management of RGS boarders.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILTIES 

• • Work as a member of the Boarding Team which is characterised by the highest ideals of teamwork, collegiality, integrity and professionalism;
  • report to the Director of Boarding, Heads of Boarding and Boarding Heads of Year;
  • in consultation with the Director of Boarding, Heads of Boarding, Boarding Heads of Year and other boarding staff, share the responsibility for the safety, welfare, behaviour, personal development and pastoral care of Boarders;
  • work always in accordance with the ideals of RGS Boarding as per the RGS Boarding Mission Statement;
  • works always in accordance with the ideals of the Australian Childhood Foundation Safeguarding Children Program and will complete the associated online training course;
  • work always with an awareness of The Rockhampton Grammar School policy documents, in particular the legal responsibilities in regard to the Child Protection Policy and Occupational Health and Safety Policy;
  • are committed to ongoing professional development;
  • welcome the opportunity for collaborative appraisal;
  • are good role models for our boarding community: ethical, reliable, punctual, proactive, well dressed and groomed;
  • maintain a visible and active presence in the House when on duty, never leaving the Boarding House without the consent of the responsible staff member;
  • participate and be committed to undertaking Boarding staff professional development (including a start of term/year whole of Boarding PD);
  • are encouraged to attend regular Boarding Management meetings (staff roster permitting);
  • voluntary attendance at School events, as requested to support Boarders;
  • are encouraged to contribute to the School’s co-curricular programme.

N.B Please visit the RGS Website for a list of specific duties and responsibilities.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Dependent on the role and successful applicant, residential accommodation, inclusive of utilities, may be offered. Boarding assistants are entitled to meals in the dining room during their rostered shift. For residential assistants who reside in school-supplied accommodation, all meals during term time are included.

Residential roles, 12 hours per week - Residents are non-paid roles and are offered accommodation and meals as remuneration.

Boarding staff uniform polo shirts are supplied, and boarding staff must wear these or other RGS corporate dress when on duty.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• Knowledge and experience of providing pastoral support for students in residential care;
• A clear understanding of the ABSA National Standards;
• A clear understanding of the needs of students from a regional background;
• Ability to build relationships with a range of students from diverse cultures and backgrounds.

REQUIRED LICENCES/CERTIFICATES 

• Working with Children Check (Blue Card);
• Police Check;
• Safeguarding Children Online Training Certificate;
• ABSA Duty of Care (or willingness to obtain)
• First Aid & Anaphylaxis Certificate (or willingness to obtain)

SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE

The School takes child protection seriously, and as a staff member or volunteer of The Rockhampton Grammar School, you are required to meet the behaviour standards outlined in our Practice and Behaviour Guidelines. You will receive a copy of these guidelines as part of the induction process.

Therefore, as a part of your duties and responsibilities, you are also required to:

• Provide a welcoming and safe environment for children and young people;
• Promote the safety and wellbeing of children and young people to whom we provide services;
• Ensure that your interactions with children and young people are positive and safe;
• Provide adequate care and supervision of children and young people in your charge;
• Act as a positive role model for children and young people;
• Report any suspicions, concerns, allegations or disclosures of alleged abuse to management;
• Maintain valid “working with children” documentation;
• Undergo periodic “national criminal history record” checks;
• Report to management any criminal charges or convictions you receive during the course of your employment that may indicate a possible risk to children and young people.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The successful applicant will be subject to a “Working with Children Check and Criminal Records Check” where applicable. The School undertakes several screening processes to ensure the appropriate protection of children and young people in its care. This includes reference checks, identity checks, qualification check and professional registration checks.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position - please 'apply now' through the RGS Website: Current Career Opportunities | The Rockhampton Grammar School (rgs.qld.edu.au)

Please submit the following compulsory items:

• Cover Letter, indicating why you are applying for this position and detailing your experience;
• Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae with the contact details of two work related referees;
• RGS Application for Employment Form.

Applications are encouraged to be submitted as soon as possible and will be reviewed as received by the Panel. Applications will not be accepted any later than 4:00pm Friday 6th December 2024.

Enquiries should be directed to Mike Silcock - Director of Boarding on 07 4936 0710.

*Note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

*Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

*The Rockhampton Grammar School reserves the right to amend this Position Description at its discretion in accordance with any Safeguarding of Children, legislative and/or operational requirements