OSCA occupation

OSCA 432932: Boarding Supervisor

Provides care and supervision for children and young people living in boarding schools and residential colleges. This record sits in Other Education Assistants. Related ANZSIC industry links are included for faster classification cross-checking. Skill level 4 is attached to this occupation record.

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Role overview

Provides care and supervision for children and young people living in boarding schools and residential colleges.

Use this page to confirm the official title, the parent unit group, the task list and the related ANZSIC industry context before using the occupation in classification, reporting or migration-adjacent workflows.

Occupation facts

Skill level
4
Major group
4 Community and Personal Service Workers
Sub-major group
43 Early Childhood Educators, Child Carers and Education Assistants
Minor group
432 Education Assistants
Unit group
4329 Other Education Assistants

Tasks

  • Plans and supervises activities to enhance the physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of children and young people in boarding schools and residential colleges
  • Contributes to the provision of quality welfare and education services to children and young people in boarding schools and residential colleges
  • Develops and coordinates recreational, social and educational programs for residents
  • Provides pastoral care, and liaises with parents of residents about the progress of their child
  • Ensures residents adhere to set guidelines for daily schedules, school attendance, meals and other domestic activities
  • Maintains discipline and reinforces appropriate behaviour standards
  • Manages boarding processes, policies and procedures, in line with the residential facility's guidelines
  • Ensures a safe and secure environment that creates a friendly atmosphere by promoting trust and confidence in residents

Skill level guidance

Skill level helps place the occupation inside the ABS hierarchy. Use it as a classification cue, then check the actual task list and occupational context before making a decision for HR, visa or reporting work.

How to use this occupation page

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Compare OSCA 432932 with related occupations

Compare roles in the same OSCA unit group by their official definition, skill level, tasks and recognised alternative titles.

Comparison pointCurrent code432932 Boarding Supervisor432931 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Officer
Official role definitionProvides care and supervision for children and young people living in boarding schools and residential colleges.Assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in their education, and supports cultural awareness and community engagement. Provides feedback to parents or guardians and teachers about students' progress, and liaises with educational bodies, government agencies and committees.
Skill levelSkill Level 4Skill Level 3
Key tasks
  • Plans and supervises activities to enhance the physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of children and young people in boarding schools and residential colleges
  • Contributes to the provision of quality welfare and education services to children and young people in boarding schools and residential colleges
  • Develops and coordinates recreational, social and educational programs for residents
  • Provides pastoral care, and liaises with parents of residents about the progress of their child
  • Advises on cultural protocols on observing the cultural diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
  • Assists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in all school activities, including excursions
  • Identifies and develops resources to support the learning outcomes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
  • Coordinates the delivery of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages and cultures lessons
Alternative titles
  • Boarding House Parent
  • Boarding House Supervisor
  • Boarding School Supervisor
  • House Parent
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Education Counsellor
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Education Officer

Comparison uses occupation definitions, skill levels, tasks and title variants from the ABS OSCA data files.

Compliance risk score

4 of 4 factors passing

10 / 10
Verified official source
- ABS OSCA occupation record present
Previous edition migration
- OSCA to ANZSCO correspondence attached
Complete hierarchy
- Major, sub-major, minor and unit group links are present
Legacy crosswalk
- Legacy ANZSCO correspondence attached

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Frequently asked questions

What does OSCA 432932 do?

Boarding Supervisor is the current ABS occupation record used to describe a specific occupation. It sits in the OSCA hierarchy and carries skill-level context plus related titles and tasks.

How should I read the skill level?

The skill level tells you the educational or training depth that the ABS associates with the occupation. It is a classification signal, not a salary band or a qualification checklist on its own.

Why is industry context shown on an occupation page?

Industry context helps when the title is common or ambiguous. It shows where the occupation is typically employed so you can compare it with the right ANZSIC family.

Source and trust

Official source
ABS OSCA 2024 release and correspondence tables
Last reviewed
2026-04-17

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