Senior Boarding Supervisor

The Cathedral School is proud to offer a vibrant and inclusive boarding program that supports students from regional and remote Queensland, the Northern Territory, and internationally. Grounded in Christian values, our boarding community fosters character development, leadership, self-discipline, and lifelong friendships.

We are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate Senior Boarding Supervisors to join our boarding team. These full-time, term-time roles involves working predominantly outside regular school hours and play a vital role in creating a friendly and nurturing environment, where students and staff can live harmoniously and feel supported. The role will be required to help students develop essential social and community skills, preparing them to become responsible and respectful members of society.

Available positions are:

• 2 x Senior Boarding Supervisor – Monday to Friday (2.30pm – 10.30pm)
• 2 x Senior Boarding Supervisor – Sunday to Thursday (2.30pm – 10.30pm)

About the Role

Senior Boarding Supervisors are responsible for the day-to-day operations of the boarding house and the wellbeing of students in their care. Working collaboratively with Residential Boarding Assistants and the Head of Boarding, the successful candidate will:

• Foster a friendly and respectful boarding environment, prioritising Boarders' care and wellbeing.
• Support students' personal development and academic progress.
• Supervise daily routines, study sessions, and extracurricular activities.
• Promote leadership opportunities and positive behaviour.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and security of boarding facilities.
• Assist with transport coordination and event planning.
• Complete documentation and pastoral care notes.

Essential Criteria

• Experience in a supervisory or pastoral care role, ideally in a boarding or residential setting.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
• Valid Driver's Licence.
• Current Blue Card (Working with Children Check).

 Skills & Attributes

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with young adolescents, understanding their culture, development needs, and fostering a supportive environment.
• Serve as a positive role model through professional behaviour, respectful language, appropriate dress, personal grooming, hygiene, integrity.
• Exhibit strong interpersonal, communication and active listening skills to effectively engage with students, colleagues and parents.
• High level of organisation, leadership, and initiative.
• Commitment to student welfare and confidentiality.
• Flexibility, maturity, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Why Join Us?

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people while working in a supportive and values-driven school community. If you are passionate about student wellbeing and thrive in a dynamic residential environment, we encourage you to apply.

Interested applicants who would like to be part of a thriving professional community can obtain further information by visiting our "Employment" page at or by contacting Michelle on or Zoe on

Applying for the Position

Applicants wishing to apply for the position are required to submit a cover letter and resume outlining their experience providing 3 work references to which the school can contact. We will assess applications as they arrive, so please apply today

All staff at Cathedral are expected to support the philosophies of the school, must either hold or be able to obtain a Blue Card and/or be registered with the Queensland College of Teachers. Applicants will be subjected to blue card screening, referee checks, identification verification, and will be required to disclose any information relevant to their eligibility to engage in activities involving children and young people.