boarding senior supervisor

About the position:

The prime responsibility of the Boarding Senior Supervisor is to oversee the care, safety and general wellbeing of the girls in the Boarding House. As part of a supportive team, the role requires leadership of a Boarding Assistant and collaboration with parents. Strong interpersonal communications skills are essential in this role.

The position reports to the Senior Director of Boarding and Strategic Projects.

Essential Knowledge and Experience

• Demonstrated experience supporting adolescent girls in a residential environment or an education/welfare setting and/or working towards a qualification in education, psychology, youth work or counselling.
• Clear and compassionate understanding of adolescent girls, with the ability to foster safe, strong, positive and respectful relationships with our students.
• A clear understanding of the importance and significance of the legal requirements of the active supervision of students in terms of Duty of Care requirements
• Ability to work independently, be self-motivated and proactive and also be an active and supportive contributor in a team environment
• Ability to prioritise tasks, use knowledge and initiative to problem solve promptly
• Ability to practice effective decision-making, especially under sensitive and sometimes stressful situations
• Proficient IT skills and able to use IT systems effectively

Personal Qualities

• Availability to work sleepover shifts during school term.
• Demonstrated understanding of students from a diverse range of cultures and backgrounds
• A mature and sensible attitude
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including an open, positive and friendly disposition
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, that can be used effectively with staff, students and parents
• Demonstrated ability to deal with sensitive information in a professional and confidential manner
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills

Essential Qualifications

• Formal qualifications equivalent to Certificate IV in Community Services (Student Residential Care) or working towards a qualification in education, psychology, youth work or counselling would be considered an advantage
• ABSA Level One and Two Certificate in Duty or Care or willingness to obtain Certificate
• Current Senior First Aid Certificate

• Current Working with Children clearance or DCSI clearance letter

• Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care Training Certificate

• Current Driver's Licence essential

About Loreto College

Loreto College is an independent Day and Boarding School for girls from Early Learning to Year 12.  It is one of many schools throughout the world directed by the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary IBVM (also known as the Loreto Sisters).

To work in a Loreto school is to be part of a vibrant tradition reaching back to 1609 when Mary Ward established her first school for girls in Europe.

Application Details

Applications are invited for the permanent part-time position of Boarding Senior Supervisor. The position is during school term time only. The position commences on 20 January 2026.

Please provide copies of the following documents:

Address each of the Selection Criteria outlined in the role descriptions (download from )

Your Curriculum Vitae

• The names, addresses and full contact details (including email address) of three current referees who may be approached.
• All applicants will be required to complete an Applicant Declaration Form for School Employees which is available on our website.  This form must be submitted with your application.

Additional Requirements

• All applicants will be required to attain and maintain a Working With Children Check and clearance to work in Catholic Education SA, approved Responding to Risk of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education and Care training and First Aid training.  Please attach any relevant certificates to your application.

Applications close at 9.00 am on Friday, 14 November 2025