Careers

At Penrhos, we have an audacious vision for our future – to revolutionise girls’ education so we can all live a future without boundaries. As part of that vision, we seek staff who are innovative, enthusiastic, and ready to consider new ways of doing things, for the benefit of our students. 

As a leader in girls’ education, Penrhos makes four key commitments:  

• We see no ceilings – only sky. 
• We encourage our students to make their own adventure, 
• We always look to find the fun; and  
• We foster an aspiration for students and staff to be a force for good. 

We believe Courage Starts Here – and seek to embed this across all aspects of the College. 

We are a Uniting Church Day and boarding school for girls, Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 located in Como, close to the river and Perth CBD. You can read more about our strategic direction and what it means to us here. 

Penrhos College Boarding House is currently inviting applications for the positions of Boarding House Year Coordinators commencing in Term 1, 2026.  We have both full-time and part-time opportunities available. The Boarding House has approximately 100 students ranging from Year 7 to 12.  The Boarding House Year Coordinators role is to provide appropriate supervision in the general routine of boarding students as well as quality pastoral care support.  These positions will commence in late January and will be on-going following the satisfactory completion of a 6-month probationary period. 

We have a variety of shifts available with accommodation and meals provided. 

The ideal candidate will have experience working with young people, balance a supportive approach with the need for consistency and structure and administer all rules and procedures with the Boarders. 

Duties related to this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• To provide guidance and supervision of all boarding students.
• To provide support with internal and external recreational activities.
• To undertake administrative functions to support role
• Support the College and Head of Boarding to provide for the spiritual, academic, cultural emotional and physical needs of the students in the boarding house.
• Provide a duty of care, that is, to take all reasonable steps to ensure the well-being of the student. 

The successful applicant will have:

• Ability to work positively, cooperatively and collaboratively within a team environment
• Demonstrate a positive role model for students
• Experience in interacting with young people
• Current Working with Children Check and National Police Clearance (or willingness to gain one)
• Current Senior First Aid Certificate (or willingness to gain one)
• Computer Literacy
• Experience in the use of Database is highly desirable 
• Commitment to the College’s Core Shared values of Respect, Integrity, Empathy, Knowledge, Growth and Synergy. 

On offer

• Competitive pay rates based on shift allocation and experience. 
• Accommodation provided for sleepover shifts.
• Meals provided for all shifts.

Applications close 9.00 am Monday 4 November 2025. 

Interviews may commence prior to this date. 

For further details, please view the position statement. 

How to Apply:

Your application must include:

1. Cover letter and Selection Criteria (max. 2 pages) stating why you are applying for the position and addressing the essential experience selection criteria listed on the Position Statement; demonstrating your suitability for the role. Please include your contact details.
2. Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae outlining your personal details, qualifications, relevant work history and education. Relevant work history should commence with the most recent position you have held as well as the dates/period of employment. In the description of your work history give a summary of the duties and responsibilities for each of the positions. 
3. Work-related referees: Please add the names and contact details of three confidential referees.  It is preferable that one referee should be your present Line Manager. You may include one personal referee as well.  

Your application must be submitted as one document via Seek or email (applications@penrhos.wa.edu.au).

We are a Uniting Church day and boarding school for girls, Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 located in Como, close to the river and Perth CBD .You can read more about our strategic direction and what it means to us here. 

The College is seeking an innovative and experienced Peripatetic Vocal Tutor with a passion for sharing exceptional skills and knowledge with students. The successful applicant will have a strong background as Peripatetic Music Tutor and be keen to grow and contribute to the team.  Experience with tutoring Music from Kindergarten to Year 12 is desirable.

 This role will commence in Term 1, 2026 and will be part of a dynamic and collegial Music Department. 

The successful applicant will have:

• Demonstrated excellence in tutoring students from Kindergarten to Year 12
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and engage students in vocal or orchestral percussion studies
• Current WWC card and National Police Certificate 
• TRBWA, Bachelor of Education or relevant degree with Post Graduate Diploma of Education (desirable)
• Commitment to the College’s Core Shared values of Respect, Integrity, Empathy, Knowledge, Growth and Synergy.

The following essential criteria must be addressed in your cover letter: 

• An ability to foster a love of music and performance; and inspire students to achieve their full potential.
• Ability to employ engaging, phase appropriate delivery methods in music tuition from years Kindergarten to Year 12 (including ATAR, where applicable). 
• Significant demonstrated excellence in tutoring Music across the years from Kindergarten to Year 12.

On offer

• Excellent working environment and state-of-the-art facilities  
• Free Parking
• Flexible timetabling, wherever possible, to suit your circumstances

Applications close 8 AM Monday 3 November 2025

For further information on the role or to view the position statement. 

HOW TO APPLY

Your application must include:

1. Cover letter: briefly outline your experience tutoring students from Kindergarten to Year 12 (including ATAR where applicable) with examples of how you have demonstrated the selection criteria noted above. :.
2. Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae outlining your personal details, qualifications, relevant work history and education. Relevant work history should commence with the most recent position you have held as well as the dates/period of employment. In the description of your work history give a brief summary of the duties and responsibilities for each of the positions. 
3. Work-related referees: Please add the names and contact details of three confidential referees.  It is preferable that one referee should be your present Line Manager. You may include one personal referee as well.  
    

Your application must be submitted as one document via Seek or email (applications@penrhos.wa.edu.au).

The College is seeking an innovative and experienced Peripatetic Orchestral Percussion Tutor with a passion for sharing exceptional skills and knowledge with students. The successful applicant will have a strong background as Peripatetic Music Tutor and be keen to grow and contribute to the team. Experience with tutoring Music from Kindergarten to Year 12 is desirable.

This role will commence in Term 1, 2026 and will be part of a dynamic and collegial Music Department. 

The successful applicant will have:

• Demonstrated excellence in tutoring students from Kindergarten to Year 12
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and engage students in vocal or orchestral percussion studies
• Current WWC card and National Police Certificate 
• TRBWA, Bachelor of Education or relevant degree with Post Graduate Diploma of Education (desirable)
• Commitment to the College’s Core Shared values of Respect, Integrity, Empathy, Knowledge, Growth and Synergy.

The following essential criteria must be addressed in your cover letter: 

• An ability to foster a love of music and performance; and inspire students to achieve their full potential. .
• Ability to employ engaging, phase appropriate delivery methods in music tuition from years Kindergarten to Year 12. 
• Significant demonstrated excellence in tutoring Music across the years from Kindergarten to Year 12.

On offer

• Excellent working environment and state-of-the-art facilities  
• Free Parking
• Flexible timetabling, wherever possible, to suit your circumstances

Applications close 8 AM Monday 3 November 2025

For further information on the role or to view the position statement. 

HOW TO APPLY

Your application must include:

1. Cover letter: briefly outline your experience tutoring students from Kindergarten to Year 12 (including ATAR where applicable) with examples of how you have demonstrated the selection criteria noted above. :.
2. Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae outlining your personal details, qualifications, relevant work history and education. Relevant work history should commence with the most recent position you have held as well as the dates/period of employment. In the description of your work history give a brief summary of the duties and responsibilities for each of the positions. 
3. Work-related referees: Please add the names and contact details of three confidential referees.  It is preferable that one referee should be your present Line Manager. You may include one personal referee as well.  

Your application must be submitted as one document via Seek or email (applications@penrhos.wa.edu.au).

Penrhos College acknowledge the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation as the traditional custodians of the land on which we work, learn and live; and extend this acknowledgment to the traditional custodians of communities across Australia that are home to Penrhos boarding families. We are privileged to share this Country and to learn from one of the oldest continuous living cultures in the world.

We value and respect the unique perspectives, knowledges, and lived experiences of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples within our community and pay our respects to Elders past and present. In the spirit of reconciliation, Penrhos College acknowledge the role of education in moving forward whilst remembering and learning from our shared history.

The College is committed to providing opportunities for Aboriginal students and in line with this sits an obligation to ensure that appropriate support infrastructure is in place for the duration of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students’ schooling - and through the transition years immediately following graduation.

We are looking for a passionate Aboriginal Youth Mentor to join our Pastoral Team to support our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. This is a part-time (0.4 FTE) role. 

Responsibilities related to this position include, but are not limited to:

• mentoring of our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students, across mind, heart, body, and spirit. 
• supporting individual Aboriginal student’s wellbeing, for them to achieve their personal best and to have the skills to problem solve and employ helpful strategies to overcome any challenge or obstacle they may be confronted with. This position will work alongside the Cultural Program Coordinator and be part of the Secondary Pastoral Care Team. 
• supporting the College’s main objective of the teaching and learning of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students through assisting Secondary Teachers in the delivery of planned education programs and encouraging a supportive and inclusive learning environment focusing on opportunities and support for students of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent.
• supporting the ‘Family’ model utilised at the College supporting our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.

As a staff member at Penrhos, you will play a significant role in providing a safe, supportive and respectful environment that is essential for positive student wellbeing. We are inspired by engaging, challenging and empowering our students to be the best learners they can be. At Penrhos we believe in developing experiences that shape the whole person, the unique Mind, Heart, Body and Spirit of each individual and this leads to inspiring our girls to become extraordinary women. 

The successful applicant will be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander decent and will have:

• Current National Police Clearance and Working with Children check 
• First Aid Certificate (or CPR) 
• Youth Mental Health First Aid Certificate. 
• Education Assistant Certificate qualification from a recognised education institution or be studying towards another relevant qualification.  

The following essential criteria must be addressed in your cover letter:

• Understanding of cultural safety and key concerns for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. 
• Ability and willingness to uphold and role model the College values of Respect, Empathy, Integrity, Knowledge, Growth and Synergy
• Ability to maintain and develop professional and positive relations with all stakeholders including parents
• Ability to assist with the general health and well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively as a member of a team

ON OFFER

• Competitive salary package (based on skills and experience).
• Significant professional learning opportunities 
• Generous leave provisions, including an annual Wellness Day and three Boarders’ Long Weekends.
• Excellent working environment 
• Free onsite parking, free flu vaccinations and, where applicable, staff tuition discounts.

Applications close 8 am Monday 24 November 2025. 

Interviews may commence prior to this date. 

For further details, please view the position statement. 

How to Apply:

Your application must include:

1. Cover letter and Selection Criteria (max. 2 pages) stating why you are applying for the position and addressing the essential experience selection criteria above; demonstrating your suitability for the role. Please include your contact details.
2. Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae outlining your personal details, qualifications, relevant work history and education. Relevant work history should commence with the most recent position you have held as well as the dates/period of employment. In the description of your work history give a summary of the duties and responsibilities for each of the positions. 
3. Work-related referees: Please add the names and contact details of three confidential referees.  It is preferable that one referee should be your present Line Manager. You may include one personal referee as well.  

Your application must be submitted as one document via Seek or email (applications@penrhos.wa.edu.au).