Casual Boarding Assistant

Wenona is seeking Casual Boarding Assistants to provide high-quality pastoral care and operational support within the Boarding program. This role supports the daily routines and wellbeing of boarders through consistent supervision, positive role modelling and clear communication, while contributing to a safe, nurturing and well-structured boarding environment aligned with School policies and values.

Wenona aims to encourage, challenge, extend and nurture each student in a way that allows her to achieve her full potential. To achieve this, Wenona prides itself on attracting intelligent, inspiring and motivated employees who serve to role model strong, positive relationships and is committed to fostering an environment where all staff are passionate about refining their skills and pursuing a love of learning.

The Position

• Build positive, professional relationships with boarders and families to support students’ pastoral, academic and wellbeing needs.
• Supervise daily boarding routines, including prep, meals, bedtime, room standards, overnight care, lock-up procedures and minor medical support.
• Maintain consistent, firm and fair expectations in line with Boarding policies, reporting concerns to the Head of Boarding as required.
• Plan and supervise year-group and boarding activities, including after-hours and weekend duties, student leave and rostered supervision.
• Contribute to the safe and effective operation of the Boarding House, including pre-term set-up, end-of-term close-down and adherence to duty of care, child protection and WHS requirements.
• Act as a positive role model and collaborative member of the Boarding community, engaging in staff meetings, professional learning and continuous improvement initiatives.

We are looking for casuals to join us with an immediate start, or by negotiation.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will hold relevant certifications and have experience working with adolescents, ideally in a boarding, teaching or care environment. You will demonstrate adaptability, compassion and a strong understanding of the needs of adolescent girls. You will manage competing demands with accuracy, initiative and a strong service focus. You will meet all child safety requirements, value professional learning, and contribute positively to a collaborative boarding community with warmth and humour.

Benefits We Offer

• Staff discounts, onsite gym and pool facilities and morning tea provided.
• Access to EAP and onsite annual flu vaccinations.
• Strong culture of teamwork and professional development support.
• Access to professional growth and staff development learning experiences.

Application Process

Applications should be submitted via Wenona Careers and include a resume, a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the position, copies of qualifications and names of two referees. This role requires the successful applicant to hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check, valid NSW Police Check and to be vaccinated in line with any current Public Health Order.

Wenona is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.

Wenona School is a child safe environment. Our School actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all School staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm, in accordance with their legal and ethical obligations including child safe standards. Wenona's Code of Conduct is available on our website. The successful applicant for this position will be required to provide the School with a current Working with Children Check. (https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-for-a-working-with-children-check)