St. Vincent's College Incorporated – Potts Point NSW
Applications Close: Wednesday 5th August 2026
Background
St Vincent's College is an independent day and boarding school offering a contemporary Catholic Education for girls in Years 7-12. Founded by the Sisters of Charity in 1858, and now under the stewardship of Mary Aikenhead Ministries, we are a dynamic learning community, cherishing our Catholic heritage and fostering creativity, courage, discernment and leadership in young women.
The College is seeking to appoint a professional, enthusiastic, and student-focused Boarding Coordinator to join the Boarding team on a full-time basis. This position operates on a regular roster and includes on-site accommodation.
The Role
- Ensuring the well-being, safety, pastoral and academic care of the Boarder
- Possessing knowledge of each Boarder and their families
- Facilitating the behaviours expected of adolescent girls living in community
- Supervision of the day to day routines of boarding life
- Maintaining accurate records and rolls
- Possession of a full knowledge of the Coordinators Handbook, associated procedures, and the College Staff Handbook
- Facilitation of academic progress via supervised study
- Administer medications as required
- Maintaining good relations and communication with parents
- Ensuring the amenity of environment is clean and tidy
- Liaison as required with the Dean of Boarding and other ancillary staff
- Timely communication to the Deans for Junior, Middle and Senior School
- Undertake evacuation and lock-down drills and ensure WHS issues are dealt with
- Aid in planning and implementing the weekend activity program for the Boarders, and the in-weekends
- Maintenance of documentation, including the daily report
- Being available before the beginning of each term and the end of each term, as required, for set up and pack up of Boarders
- Possession of an understanding of the College's Child Protection Policy, Code of Conduct, Bullying Policy and assist in the implementation of the College's Workplace, Health and Safety Policy
- Willingness to undertake other duties, on occasion, as required to ensure the smooth running of Boarding House
- Being prepared to undertake an Induction, training in the College Procedures and Policies essential to Boarding, and complete the Duty of Care training provided by Australian Boarding Schools Association
Qualifications / Certifications
- Current Working with Children Check (Employee)(WWCC)
- Current HLTAID011 (Provide First Aid) and HLTAID009 (Provide CPR) (or willingness to undertake)
- Youth Mental Health First Aid (or willingness to undertake)
- Anaphylaxis and Asthma Certificates (or willingness to undertake)
- Driver Licence (preferred but not essential)
- Duty of Care Certification from ABSA (Australian Boarding Schools Association) (or willingness to undertake)
- Other relevant qualifications (e.g. nursing, teaching, youth work, residential care, adolescent health)
Knowledge, Competencies, and Experience
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Superior interpersonal and negotiation skills
- High level information, communication and technology (ICT) skills
- Capacity to maintain a duty of care focus at all times
- Ability to work within a team structure and autonomously
- Understanding of adolescent development, particularly with respect to girls
- Ability to identify Work Health and Safety needs of the Boarding House
- Capacity to support the policies, processes, procedures and routines of the Boarding House
Key Attributes
- Commitment to the Catholic ethos of the school
- Behave in a manner that reflects the vision, mission and values of St Vincent's College
- Possess a genuine liking for living in a community
- Have a sincere commitment to the care of adolescent girls
- Warm, respectful, compassionate and positive attitude
- Possess high expectations of self and others
- Ability to be an outstanding role model for the Boarders
- Negotiation and mediation skills and ability to defuse escalating situations
- Sensitivity to confidential conversations
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Ability to recognise "teachable moments" and use these to support the personal growth of the girls
- Commitment to personal and professional learning and development
- Skill in prioritising and multitasking
- Competency in the use of digital technology
We offer
- Residency option
- A role with genuine impact on student success
- Competitive remuneration aligned with [Award / EA] and commensurate with experience.
- Fitness Passport – discounted and unlimited access to an extensive range of fitness facilities
St Vincent's College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination.
Please note that applications will be considered as they are received, and an appointment may be made before the closing date.
Boarding Coordinator employer: St. Vincent's College Incorporated
St Vincent’s College is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inspiring work environment that values the contributions of its staff while fostering the holistic development of students. With a strong commitment to the Catholic ethos and a focus on student wellbeing, employees have ample opportunities for professional growth and collaboration within a dynamic community dedicated to empowering young women. Located in Potts Point, NSW, the college provides a unique chance to make a meaningful impact in education while being part of a rich heritage and vibrant culture.
Contact Details:
St. Vincent's College Incorporated Recruitment Team
