Boarding Supervisor – Girls Boarding Houses

Fixed Term to 4 December 2026

Boarding Supervisor for Girls Boarding Houses

Peace Lutheran College (Peace) is a co-educational Kindergarten to Year 12 day and boarding school located in beautiful Cairns in tropical North Queensland. The College provides an inclusive, multi-cultural educational environment where excellence is pursued, relationships are valued and where Christ is central. We value Peace, Excellence, Respect, and Community by nurturing grace, harmony, and high aspirations, and by showing respect for all through the building of positive relationships.

Pastoral Care at Peace is based on restorative practices and strong relationships. Staff seek to be relational rather than transactional. Through embedding restorative practices in partnership with Real Schools, we proactively engage with our students, to provide a high level of support for all areas of pastoral care: academic, social, emotional and spiritual, which increases outcomes in learning for each individual.

About the Role

Peace is looking for a collaborative Boarding Supervisor to join our Boarding team. Boarding Supervisor positions are highly suited to individuals who are passionate about actively engaging with young people in a culturally diverse environment and understand the importance of providing a supportive and caring environment for our students who are living away from home. Duties include the supervision of boarding students and assisting the boarders where required in the homework program.

The successful applicant must demonstrate a capacity and willingness to engage with the Christian ethos of our College.

Position Details

• Part Time – Fixed Term position until 4th of December 2026
• Supervision required within the girls’ boarding houses
• Weekday shifts required
• Weekend shifts required
• Sleepover shifts required

Criteria

• Current working with children Blue Card, or be able to obtain prior to commencement
• Current Senior First Aid certificate, or ability to obtain
• Current driver’s license
• Understanding of child protection policies and procedures.
• Experience within a boarding community or with adolescents in a similar setting preferred
• Demonstrated ability to manage, motivate and develop students
• Excellent manner in liaising with staff, students, parents and the wider College community
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently
• Willingness to engage with the Christian ethos of our College.

Benefits

• Meals included whilst on duty
• 12.75% Superannuation Contributions
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
• Employee Assistance Program

Apply Now

If you believe you have the required skills and experience do not delay, apply today. Applications must include a cover letter, resume and the names of two current referees.

For application queries, including obtaining a copy of the detailed role description, please contact applications@plc.qld.edu.au or visit the College’s website www.plc.qld.edu.au/about/employment

Applications close at 4.00pm Friday 21 August 2026.

The College reserves the right to fill the position early by invitation or appointment, make an interim arrangement, extend the application date, or to re-advertise the position.