OVERVIEW The Casual Boarding Supervisor role at Newington College’s Eungai Creek campus offers a short-term but meaningful opportunity to support secondary students within a residential immersion program. Based in a tranquil setting on the Mid North Coast of NSW, the role focuses on student wellbeing, daily routines, and fostering a safe, supportive boarding community. This is a casual appointment for a defined program period during August 2026 or as required, with potential future opportunities. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Support students in a structured boarding and residential environment – Contribute to student wellbeing and pastoral care – Assist with students’ daily routines within the boarding program – Help foster a safe, supportive, and connected boarding community – Manage group dynamics and respond calmly to situations as they arise – Work independently and collaboratively as part of the boarding team – Contribute to continuous improvement of child safeguarding at the College REQUIREMENTS – Experience working with young people in a residential, education, or outdoor setting – Strong pastoral care capability, including empathy and patience – Ability to manage group dynamics and respond calmly to situations – Strong interpersonal and communication skills – Ability to work both independently and collaboratively – Good organisational skills and adaptability – Understanding of the needs of boarding students – Availability for the full program period (dates confirmed during interview process) – Light Rigid (LR) licence is advantageous – Current Working with Children registration number – Successful completion of employment screening processes with the Office of the Children’s Guardian WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS Boarding supervisors play a critical role in shaping students’ residential and personal development experiences, particularly during immersive programs away from home. By providing consistent care, structure, and guidance, this role directly supports student safety, wellbeing, and engagement. Within Newington College’s service-focused Eungai Creek campus, the position also contributes to a broader educational mission centred on community connection, service, and personal growth. BONUS: APPLICATION ADVICE – Clearly highlight any experience working with young people in residential, boarding, outdoor education, or pastoral care settings. – Demonstrate your understanding of student wellbeing, safeguarding responsibilities, and calm management of group dynamics. – Emphasise your availability for the full program period and flexibility for casual engagement. – Address your alignment with Newington College’s values of service, community contribution, and student development. – Ensure your Working with Children registration details are current and ready to provide. – Submit your application as a single PDF including both cover letter and CV, keeping within the specified page limit and applying early if possible.