Boarding Assistant

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Westminster is an Early Learning to Year 12, coeducational day and boarding, Uniting Church school with a
proud history and an exciting future. We commit to helping all students and staff achieve more than they
thought possible through an adventurous education, which takes place anytime our students are challenged
in their learning and when staff explore new opportunities to improve their profession. Since opening in
1961, Westminster’s vibrant sense of community has shaped our welcoming, down-to-earth character,
enriched by School values of being brave, humble, kind, authentic, resilient and curious.

Position Name Residential Boarding Assistant

Area of School Girls’ or Boys’ Boarding House

Employment Conditions
Westminster School Inc. Teaching Staff and School Assistants Enterprise
Agreement 2024.

Key Relationships

On a functional basis direction and oversight will be provided by the
Director of Boarding via the Head of Girls/Boys’ Boarding who is
responsible for the care of boarders and the operation of the Girls/Boys’
Boarding House. All general staff are responsible to the Principal via the
Director of Business Operations.

Position Objective:
The role of the Residential Boarding Assistant is to provide support for the Boarding program in supervising
boarding students who are cared for and supervised in a friendly, warm and supportive environment. The
Residential Boarding Assistant works primarily in either the Girls’ or Boys’ Boarding House. The Residential
Boarding Assistant lives on-site and actively works with, and for, boarding students during term time and is
expected to be on call at night when rostered.

Key Responsibilities:
Undertaking student supervisory duty within the respective boarding area.
Being on-call for emergencies and responding to students care overnight on a rostered basis (4

nights per week)
Supervision of girls’/boys’ boarding, which may include general oversight of the daily routine,

tutoring of students, supervising students on excursions or other activities
Attending and supervising other boarding functions, such as House dinners, other House occasions

and socials.
Being involved in the general care, guidance and discipline of all boarders both when on duty and

when not on duty, when appropriate
Providing a friendly, supportive and positive example and influence for all boarding students
Informing the Head of Girls’ or Director of Boarding about all matters relating to boarding students,

of which they should be aware
Working with other boarding staff in developing a House ethos and character which recognises the

worth of each student as an individual and creates a sense of belonging for all members
Being supportive of the ethos and standards of the School as a whole
Undertaking Professional Learning requirements such as ABSA Weninars on a pro-rata basis

Key Selection Criteria: Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
Experience working with young people between the ages of 12-18 (eg Youth Work, Case Work, Teaching, etc),

preferably in a boarding program
Ability to provide effective educational support for students during study periods
Ability to respond calmly but proactively under sensitive and sometimes stressful situations
A clear understanding of the importance and significance of the legal requirements of supervising students in

terms of Duty of Care requirements
Proficient IT skills
Current Drivers Licence
Current Provide First Aid certificate (or willingness to obtain)
Current accreditation in Responding to Abuse and Neglect training (or willingness to obtain)
Willing to undertake the ABSA Duty of Care Certificate Course

Key Selection Criteria: Personal Qualities:
Flexibility to work a variety of shifts and hours, with sleepover shifts a requirement of the position.
Demonstrated understanding of students from a diverse range of cultures and backgrounds
A mature and sensible attitude
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work and contribute to a team environment
Ability to relate to adolescents
Nurturing, warm and friendly disposition
Approachable and personable nature
Displays patience, compassion and flexibility
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Safety and Wellbeing:
All staff must:
Take reasonable care of, and cooperate with actions taken to protect, the health and safety of both
themselves and others

Report all accidents, incidents and hazards to their supervisors as soon as is practicable
Read and abide by all WHS policies.

Conditions of Employment:

- All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia
- All staff must satisfy child protection screening and adhere to Westminster’s Child Safety and Wellbeing policy

which includes holding a current Working With Children Clearance

Created: September 2024