Narrogin Residential College are seeking to establish a pool of Boarding Supervisor for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during 2026 and up to the end of July 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
As part of the Department’s network of residential colleges, the branch is committed to maintaining high standards of care, supervision, and engagement with families, schools, and the wider community. Further information about the college and its facilities can be found on our website where you can also take a virtual tour.
The Role
Supervise and support students in a boarding environment, ensuring their wellbeing, safety, and duty of care in accordance with relevant legislation and Department requirements.
Supervisors will plan and deliver a variety of structured leisure activities that encourage students’ academic, social, emotional, and physical development. Supervisors will deliver effective communication with students, parents, college staff, and external stakeholders, and assist with college events such as orientations, award presentations, and community promotion activities. The successful applicants will also provide safe transport of students to and from activities as required.
Maintain accurate records of student movements, behaviour, health needs, and pastoral care, including administering medications in line with authorised guidelines. Identify and report any child protection concerns in accordance with legal obligations and uphold the Public Sector Code of Ethics and Department policies. Engage in ongoing professional development to strengthen skills and effectiveness in the boarding supervisor role.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in Narrogin and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 12% employer contributed superannuation.
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Steven Brown, Manager Narrogin Residential College on (08) 9882 1100 or by emailing steven.brown2@education.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
- obtain or hold (and maintain) a current Working with Children Check
- work according to rostered hours which may include nights, weekends and public holidays
- obtain (prior to first rostered shift working with students) and maintain a current:
o First Aid Certificate – Provide CPR (HLTAID009); and
o First Aid Certificate – Provide First Aid (HLTAID011);
- within six months of commencement of employment obtain and maintain a current:
o LR Class Driver’s Licence and a Passenger Transport Driver (PTD) authorisation
o Aquatic Rescue for Group lll Pool Award*
o Surf Rescue Certificate*
- obtain a Certificate IV in Community Services – Student Residential Care (CHC42021) within six months of commencement of employment.
* Dependent on operational requirements as determined by College Manager.
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
- Demonstrated skills and understandings appropriate to the supervision and care of students in a residential setting.
- Demonstrated capacity to initiate, plan, document and safely lead a wide range of leisure activities for secondary students.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills, written and oral communication skills, with the ability to write plans, pastoral notes and reports; and interact positively with students and parents including those with diverse multicultural backgrounds.
- Demonstrated organisational skills and ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team.
- Demonstrated capacity to successfully meet and maintain the required eligibility and training requirements of this position.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1043006
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 2 June 2026
