The School
Brisbane Grammar School is a non-denominational boys’ school of about 2000 students (Years 5 to12) overlooking the Brisbane CBD. The School maintains a 150-year strong tradition of academic excellence, extensive cocurricular activities and student wellbeing programs. We are fortunate to have a team of dedicated and professional staff who provide an exceptional learning environment responsive to the needs of our students.
Our Community
At Brisbane Grammar School, we take pride in our dedicated and professional staff, who are part of the School's achievements. The School values professionalism and fosters a dynamic culture of innovation and collaboration. The School supports creativity within a supportive environment where teamwork is encouraged both within and across disciplines.
Job Description
About the Role
This is a Part-Time role, working Term Time only. The successful candidate will work 38 hours per fortnight, initial contract until November 2026.
Role Responsibilities
Provide first aid and emergency care to all students, members of staff and visitors to Brisbane Grammar School.
Receive, treat and refer students/staff/ visitors with regard to physical injury or illness.
Attend to the primary health needs of boarders.
Oversee and monitor students who are confined to the Health Centre.
Referral to and liaison with medical and allied health professionals to optimise health of students.
Provide advocacy on behalf of boarders requiring Emergency Room review.
Participation in health promotion activities.
Co-ordinate the management of first aid supplies in the organisation.
Work closely with other members of the Health Centre team to ensure seamless and continuous care through verbal handovers, written reports, diary entries and patient records.
Liaise with parents, medical professionals, school and residential staff to develop management plans for students with high- risk conditions.
Collaboration
Act at all times in accordance with the BGS Code of Conduct.
Act in accordance with BGS policies and procedures.
Comply with the BGS Workplace Health and Safety system and procedures.
Develop and maintain friendly and productive working relationships with colleague, students, parents and visitors.
Promote positive team attitude.
Positively liaise with other staff to facilitate a community environment, and support wider school goals.
Demonstrate a strong commitment to serving the School community.
Desired Skills and Experience
Application Process
Brisbane Grammar School recognises the value of diverse thinking and we encourage qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. To better understand what it means to join BGS, please review the information on our website and social media accounts before submitting your application. You should also familiarise yourself with our key policies and procedures available on the School website, which may assist you during the recruitment process.
Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment. Candidates must disclose any information relevant to their eligibility to engage in activities involving children.
Brisbane Grammar School reserves the right to close the advertisement before the listed closing date.
BGS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and culturally safe workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive. Our recruitment process is designed to be inclusive and accessible. If you require adjustments at any stage, please let us know — we’re here to support you.
