Boarding House Supervisors

Melbourne Girls Grammar is an independent school just a stone’s throw from the city and is the only private boarding school in the heart of Melbourne. Located on the edge of the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Yarra River, the School is within easy walking distance to Melbourne’s CBD including the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), Flinders Street Station and Federation Square.

‘Every Student – Every Day’ is the foundation upon which all of our wellbeing structures and supports are based. The Boarding House exists only to provide access to a valuable education that would otherwise be inaccessible. We are a well-resourced residence and we are proud of our ability to be responsive to the individual, the cohort and ever-changing needs of today’s youth.

Our academic and residential boarding school routines are designed to best suit adolescent girls within a community living environment. Boarding school students learn to be accountable for managing their own life. In practical terms, this provides preparation for adult life after school.

We invite applications from warm, friendly, organised and committed individuals for a number of part time residential Boarding House Supervisor roles. These roles include supervising, guiding and supporting boarding students from Years 7 to 12, as well as running activities, transporting students, maintaining areas of the Boarding House and some light administration.

Part Time Residential Boarding House Supervisors

• Multiple shifts available on a part time basis, on a rotating roster.
• Shifts are on the weekends Friday – Sunday.
• Overnight stays are required in the Boarding House.
• Meals and accommodation are provided during term weeks.
• Perfect for applicants who are working or studying, as shift times can usually fit around your other day-time activities.
• Opportunities to pick up additional shifts in the Boarding House.

We are looking for applicants with:

• A down-to-earth, personable nature and ability to build strong relationships with students;
• Maturity, strong judgement and diplomacy skills, and the confidence to be a role model in a primary position of care;
• Demonstrated ability to identify the needs, aspirations, and challenges that face young people;
• Passion and interest in pastoral care and mentoring young people;
• Strong safety mindset, and commitment to child safety;
• Previous work experience working with young people; and
• Flexible availabilities weekend.

These positions would suit current undergraduate or post graduate students, or individuals with a background in residential care, education, adolescent health and wellbeing or youth work.

Essential qualifications:

• Victorian Employee Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain), or VIT Registration; and
• HLTAID009 CPR and 011 Provide First Aid Certificates (or willingness to obtain).

Benefits of working at MGGS

Alongside opportunities for educators, we offer a broad array of professional support roles for individuals motivated to join our values-based community and make a difference in the lives of our Grammarians. Careers at Melbourne Girls Grammar provide opportunities for high performing individuals to thrive within an environment that values lifelong learning.

At Melbourne Girls Grammar we offer an excellent work environment, generous salary and leave packages, and significant professional development opportunities. Staff wellbeing is a top priority, with staff having access to our state-of-the-art Artemis Centre facilities including Pool, Gym and Café. To support families, we also offer staff discounts on academic tuition fees and access to an Employee Assistance Program that provides a range of personal and family benefits. This position is located onsite at the Merton Hall Campus, 86 Anderson Street in South Yarra across the road from the Botanical Gardens.

If you are looking to work in a leading organisation with exposure to new technologies and you feel you would be a good fit for this role, please view the Position Description for details about the role, including key responsibilities.

Employment with Melbourne Girls Grammar is subject to adherence to school policies including the Staff Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety Statement as listed below.

Child Safety Statement: Melbourne Girls Grammar

• As MGGS staff, volunteers, contractors, and any other members of our school community involved in child-connected work, we are responsible for supporting and promoting the safety of children.
• We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment and protecting of all children / students in our care and adhering to our Child Safety Policy.
• We are committed to providing a child-safe and child-friendly environment, where children and young people are safe and feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
• We have zero tolerance of child abuse and are committed to the protection of children from all forms of child abuse and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. Our policies and procedures will provide the name and contact details of staff who have specific responsibilities in relation to child safety and who may receive reports of suspicion of child abuse. Child abuse includes sexual offences, grooming, physical violence, serious emotional or psychological harm, serious neglect and a child’s exposure to family violence.
• We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.
• We are committed to preventing child abuse, identifying risks early and removing and reducing these risks.
• We have robust human resources and recruitment practices for all staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to regularly training and educating our staff and volunteers on child abuse risks. We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to the emotional, physical and cultural safety of all children and to providing a safe environment for their learning.
• We are committed to promoting the cultural safety and participation of Indigenous children, young people and their families.
• We have specific policies, procedures and training in place that support our leadership team, staff and volunteers to achieve these commitments.

How to Apply

Applicants must hold a current Working with Children Check or be in the process of obtaining one, in order to work at Melbourne Girls Grammar. All applicants are subject to reference and identity checks, and verification of Working with Children Check Card or VIT Registration as part of the recruitment process.

Applications close at 9:00am Wednesday 4 December 2024