Assistant Head Of Boarding

3 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Xavier College Full time

At Xavier College we aspire to form exceptional graduates through inspiring learning experiences and our distinct Jesuit character. Each member of staff is expected to align their actions and leadership with the Intent, our Graduate qualities and the Pillars in the Xavier College Strategic Plan **XC150**.

**About the role**:
The Assistant Head of Boarding (Junior Boarding) will make a significant contribution to an aspirational and rigorous culture of educational excellence at Xavier through their leadership offered to students, their parents and all educators engaged with the Boarding House, working in close partnership with and under the guidance of the Head of Boarding and the Director of Senior School, and other members of the Senior School and Learning Leadership teams.

**Commencement**:
Start of term 2 2025, or by negotiation

**Core Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Provide support to the Head of Boarding in administrative and organisational duties.
- Be a visible and regular presence within the Boarding House
- Assist in planning and organising weekend activities.
- Attend special boarding events throughout the year as requested by the Head of Boarding
- Assist with the training and induction of new boarding staff.
- Meet regularly with the Head of Boarding
- Be actively engaged in the strategic direction of Boarding.
- Supervise at least two shifts per week which involves supervision of students during study periods, meals/dinner and sporting activities.
- Supervise an agreed number of weekend shifts per term.
- Assist with the running of Boarding staff meetings.
- Be available to work across a roster that includes mornings, evenings and weekends including a separate after-hours on call roster.
- Provide a safe and secure environment to all students while fostering the Catholic ethos of the College.
- Foster quality relationships with boarding students in supervising and monitoring their general routines.
- Develop a rapport with boarding students as individuals.
- Foster relationships with boarding parents/guardians and provide support, assistance and information on a regular basis.
- Be responsible for the safety and well-being of students on shift which enables best practice of operations and adherence to College and community expectations
- Perform any necessary administrative duties including appropriate reporting and documenting of student behaviours and concerns for welfare.
- Proven awareness of Indigenous and cross-cultural community needs and sensitivities related to working in a cross-cultural environment.
- Provide academic assistance during prep ensuring all homework and assignments are completed.
- Ensure students sign in and out when they leave or enter the Boarding House as required.

A role description is available adjacent to this advertisement.

**Please address your cover letter to Mr Alex Smith, Head of Boarding**. **Applications close Monday 16 December at 9:00am**

Xavier College is committed to ensuring the protection and wellbeing of every child in our care.

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