Head of Boarding

Somerville House

South Brisbane, QLD 


Boarding Staff

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 24 August 2025


As our current Head of Boarding takes on a new position within the School, we are looking for our next Head of Boarding, commencing from 1 January 2026 on a fixed-term, full-time basis for three years, continuing until 31 December 2028.

<p>Somerville House Boarding prides itself on strong community built on the foundation of friendships, sense of belonging and the shared commitment to growing, living and learning making our Boarding House a true home away from home, whilst offering high-quality education in a safe and nurturing environment.&nbsp;</p> <p>Currently accommodating up to 100 local, rural and overseas boarding students across Years 5 – 12 as the Head of Boarding you will:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Make meaningful impact on the lives of our boarders academically, pastorally and personally.&nbsp;</li> <li>Lead the Boarding House staff competently, compassionatley and professionally.&nbsp;</li> <li>Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build strong, collegial and professional relationships with a variety of stakeholders.&nbsp;</li> <li>Build a strong sense of 'community' with the boarders and their families.&nbsp;</li> <li>Ensure the operations and administration of the Boarding House are strategic, nurturing, energetic and collaborative.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;<i><strong>This position is required to live on campus with appropriate accommodation and all utilities incorporated into the package.&nbsp;</strong></i></p> <p>It is a mandatory requirement to have formal qualifications and experience in the area of residential care and hold Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) Registration <i>(or eligibility for registration).&nbsp;</i>It would be highly advantageous to have significant experience in an Independent Boarding School or in a similar pastoral role.</p> <p><i>For a confidential discussion, please contact <strong>Taryn Miller, Director of Human Resources</strong> via the details on the Applicant Pack.</i></p> <p><strong>Please refer to the School’s website for the Head of Boarding Position Description which outlines the application requirements and process. &nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>Applications close at 5.00pm, Sunday 24 August 2025.&nbsp;</strong>Interviews will occur on Thursday 28 August and Friday 29 August 2025 with shortlisted candidates being contacted directly.</p>