Boarding Head of House and Teacher

Boarding | Toowoomba

Closing date: 23/02/2025

**Boarding Head of House and Teacher**
- Full time opportunity
- Term 3, 2025 Commencement
- Onsite accommodation provided

Toowoomba Grammar School (TGS) is looking for a caring, dedicated and experienced individual to join our Boarding Program as a Head of House and Teacher in the Senior School (Years 7-12) to commence Term 3, 2025.

The Head of House provides a supportive and aspirational environment, in which the wellbeing and interests of each individual boy are nurtured, enabling him to develop his character, and be the best he can be. Our teachers are passionate about boys’ education and providing an inspiring and broad curriculum for all boys informed by best practice and evidence.

**About TGS**

TGS was founded in 1875. It is an independent non-denominational day and boarding school for boys with a total enrolment of 1,200 from Preparatory to Year 12. There are approximately 300 boarders in the School coming predominantly from throughout Queensland, Northern New South Wales and the Northern Territory. The School’s campus covers 20.5 hectares and is located one kilometre from the centre of Toowoomba.

It is our vision that our boys will graduate from TGS with the skills to be independent, well-balanced, and successful in life. That they are boys of good character who respond well to challenges and achieve life-long wellbeing.

TGS has been honoured with The Educator’s 2024 5-Star Employer of Choice award. The Award acknowledges excellence in providing competitive salaries, employee benefits, professional development opportunities and nurturing a culture of inclusion and respect.

**About Boarding**

As a member of the TGS boarding community, you are offered the unique opportunity to positively impact students' lives beyond the classroom, fostering their personal growth, well-being, and sense of community in a supportive and enriching environment. To see what boarding at TGS is all about, click here to learn more.

**Grammar 150**

In 2025, TGS will be celebrating its 150th anniversary. We are calling it Grammar 150 and this will be an incredible year for the School. Click here to learn more about Grammar 150 and what you can expect if you were to join TGS in 2025.

**About the Position**

Making the transition to boarding school is a momentous journey for the boarder and his family. Corfe House is home to our youngest boarders in Years 5 to 7. At Corfe boarding house, the Head of House resides with their family within the boarding house itself. This close proximity enables the Head of House to oversee the boys in a manner akin to a home environment, fostering strong connections with each boy.

The Boarding Head of House is a key appointment in ensuring that the School fulfils its essential pastoral care role. Led by the Director of Boarding, the Head of House - Corfe provides a supportive and aspirational environment, in which the wellbeing and interests of each individual boy are nurtured, enabling him to develop his character, and be the best he can be.

An integral part of the TGS Boarding Community, our Head of House - Corfe is essential to the well-being of our boarding students. They are the people the boys will often open their hearts to. This important relationship is essential for the care of all students, including their physical and emotional well-being.

TGS provides a highly developed residential setting where boys ‘love to board’ and where academic care and leadership development are core. The Head of House - Corfe role would suit an applicant who is willing to immerse themselves, and their family, into the role.

**Selection Criteria**:
You will be able to demonstrate your ability and commitment to:

- A genuine interest in working with and mentoring young people;
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively engage with students and staff;
- Maintaining confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive matters;
- Being a collaborative team player with a positive, professional disposition with excellent communication skills.

As a Senior School Teacher you will be able to demonstrate your ability and commitment to:

- planning, implementing and evaluating educational programs that foster the social, emotional, cognitive and physical growth of students, confirming that the programs cater for the learning needs and wellbeing of all students;
- planning, designing and delivering differentiated learning programs that address variations in learning styles and ability levels;
- incorporating the appropriate use of ICT and related technologies into your teaching practice to enhance student learning in the classroom;
- delivering service excellence to parents and carers by proactively engaging with and responding promptly and courteously to enquiries and requests for information;
- ongoing development of classroom practice and a collaborative approach to teaching and learning;
- contributing to the boys’ learning experience through your con