On-Call Boarding Don

On-Call Boarding Don
(Commencing September 9, 2026 until June 16, 2027 - contacted to work whenever the need arises)
$25.00/hour

For more than 155 years, The Bishop Strachan School has empowered talented girls to grow into fearless women, equipped with intellectual curiosity, adaptability, and compassion to navigate the world. We inspire our students to discover their purpose, build confidence, and express themselves with a strong, independent voice. Our strategic plan was launched in January 2023, and we are continuing to make progress on our collective commitment to inspire girls to be fearless and educate them to be the leaders the world needs. Click here to learn more about our progress to date.

The On-Call Boarding Don is responsible for assisting the Dean of Boarding, Boarding Program Co-ordinators and Boarding Advisors, with the overall physical, academic, social and emotional wellbeing of the students in our robust Boarding Program we have at our school. On Call Boarding Dons work in tandem with activities during the day, evening, overnight, and/or weekend shifts.  Weekends will vary, and may include half day, full day, overnight, full weekend shifts, full Friday to Sunday shift or as needed (pending numbers). This is an on-call position which means hours are not guaranteed and the person will be contacted should the need arise in the Boarding program.

Skills, Experience and Attributes 

• Relevant experience working with adolescent girls.
• Currently enrolled in, or graduated from, a university/college program in a related area of discipline (Education, Social Work etc.).
• Experience in the field working with individuals managing health issues, physical and medical support needs in the community, or an equivalent combination.
• Demonstrates understanding and analysis of health maintenance and promotion, leadership concepts and research methodology as applied to running a girls’ boarding program.
• Demonstrates understanding of the ethical framework that influences maintaining a healthy Boarding program. 
• Employs effective verbal skills and demonstrates articulate speech and good listening ability. Uses communication as a positive strategy to achieve Boarding goals.
• Employs counseling techniques and crisis intervention strategies with individuals and groups as appropriate.
• Culturally competent with a positive attitude toward cultural uniqueness and a readiness to accept and respect others.
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office.

BSS Values Diversity:
BSS is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse and respectful environment. We believe that diversity in our school fosters a rich, inclusive and creative environment. We are actively engaged in building a more diverse school and encourage all qualified applicants to apply. 

How to Apply:
Interested applicants should visit our website and click Apply Now .

We are committed to providing an accessible experience and an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please contact the HR Admin at View phone number on jobsineducation.com or by email at View email address on jobsineducation.com . All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

We thank all candidates for their applications; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.