Boarding House Leader (House Parent)

Boarding at St Peter's offers a distinctive community where students from across Australia and around the globe live and learn in a nurturing and supportive environment.St Peters is a Co-Educational Day and Boarding School of the Lutheran Church located on 52 acres just 7 kilometers from Brisbane CBD. Established in 1945 St Peters has developed an enviable reputation in academic scholarship, pastoral care and breadth of co-curricular programs, through which it seeks to provide an exceptional student experience. Together academic staff and corporate staff provide an outstanding educational environment for students to grow and flourish.We are seeking a Teacher or Boarding professional with experience in Boarding leadership to join our leadership team at St Peters. As a Boarding House Leader, you will utilise your skills and teamwork abilities to create a positive experience for both the students and staff. Being a compassionate and caring person, you will always priorities the welfare and well-being of the students under your care.Duties:Establish foundational relationships with students.Provide mentorship and guidance throughout their educational journey.Implement behaviour management practices within the Boarding House.Organise and supervise recreational activities, encouraging participation.Transport students to sporting events as required.Coordinate dorm duties, including laundry.Boarding at St Peters operates 7 days per week during term times. Boarding House Leaders positions are full-time, shifts as follows:Full-time positions (Non-Teaching) annualised, which includes fours shifts per week across 4 days per week, evening and day shifts, and rotating evenly between one Friday and one weekend on a four-week cycle.or Full-time Teaching/Boarding (.6 FTE) two nights per week, rotating evenly between one Friday and one weekend on a four-week cycle.To apply, you’ll need:Either a  Teaching or Community Services qualification or experience in a similar roleProven experience working with youthA current QLD driver’s licenseFirst Aid and CPR Certificate (highly regarded)For more information:For more information about St Peters please visit www.stpeters.qld.edu.auApplicants are expected to support the Christian Ethos of the College.To apply, please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae, demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the Position Description by clicking on the Apply button provided.Applications Close – 10:00am 4th July 2025If you have any questions, please contact Stuart Delaney, Director of Boarding on s.delaney@stpeters.qld.edu.auA copy of the Position Description can be found here.Position Description AUD Indooroopilly 4068

Boarding House Leader (House Parent)

  • Full-Time opportunity with onsite accommodation
  • Make a difference to our Boarders!
  • Provide pastoral care and support in a vibrant boarding environment.

Boarding at St Peter's offers a distinctive community where students from across Australia and around the globe live and learn in a nurturing and supportive environment.
St Peters is a Co-Educational Day and Boarding School of the Lutheran Church located on 52 acres just 7 kilometers from Brisbane CBD. Established in 1945 St Peters has developed an enviable reputation in academic scholarship, pastoral care and breadth of co-curricular programs, through which it seeks to provide an exceptional student experience. Together academic staff and corporate staff provide an outstanding educational environment for students to grow and flourish.
We are seeking a Teacher or Boarding professional with experience in Boarding leadership to join our leadership team at St Peters. As a Boarding House Leader, you will utilise your skills and teamwork abilities to create a positive experience for both the students and staff. Being a compassionate and caring person, you will always priorities the welfare and well-being of the students under your care.
Duties:
  • Establish foundational relationships with students.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance throughout their educational journey.
  • Implement behaviour management practices within the Boarding House.
  • Organise and supervise recreational activities, encouraging participation.
  • Transport students to sporting events as required.
  • Coordinate dorm duties, including laundry.
Boarding at St Peters operates 7 days per week during term times. Boarding House Leaders positions are full-time, shifts as follows:
  • Full-time positions (Non-Teaching) annualised, which includes fours shifts per week across 4 days per week, evening and day shifts, and rotating evenly between one Friday and one weekend on a four-week cycle.
  • or Full-time Teaching/Boarding (.6 FTE) two nights per week, rotating evenly between one Friday and one weekend on a four-week cycle.
To apply, you’ll need:
  • Either a  Teaching or Community Services qualification or experience in a similar role
  • Proven experience working with youth
  • A current QLD driver’s license
  • First Aid and CPR Certificate (highly regarded)
For more information:
  • For more information about St Peters please visit www.stpeters.qld.edu.au
  • Applicants are expected to support the Christian Ethos of the College.
  • To apply, please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae, demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the Position Description by clicking on the Apply button provided.
  • Applications Close – 10:00am 4th July 2025
  • If you have any questions, please contact Stuart Delaney, Director of Boarding on s.delaney@stpeters.qld.edu.au
  • A copy of the Position Description can be found here.

Eligibility requirements to work within a Queensland School

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