We’re seeking a Governess to start ASAP at Blina Station, Kimberley Region, 300km from Broome and 130km from Derby.
There are two families whose children you will be working with; Two girls one in year 3 and one in Year 5 (enrolled with Kimberley School of the Air).
This role would suit someone who enjoys working with children and could be ideal for a uni student on a gap year, someone studying education, or a person with childcare experience looking for a unique outback adventure.
Blina Station runs 25,000 red brahman cattle and is in a stunning part of the West Kimberley Region, close to the Gibb River Road with its beautiful Gorges and waterfalls.
During the mustering season, which runs from April to November about 15 people call Blina home.
During the mornings, you will supervise and support during their School of the Air lessons, following the learning program provided by their teachers.
This includes:
Helping supervise on-air lessons and school activities
Assisting with reading, writing and learning tasks
Keeping the classroom space organised
Communicating with teachers and parents when needed
Afternoons are more relaxed and focused on activities with the boys such as:
Arts and crafts
Baking and cooking
Outdoor play and sport
Horse riding and exploring the station
The aim is to create a fun, supportive environment for learning and play. The role is welcoming and well supported.
Kind, patient and enjoys spending time with children
Organised and able to manage a daily routine
Positive, energetic and happy living remotely
A good communicator and role model
Horse experience is a bonus, but not essential.
Additionally, you will spend some time in Broome attending School Camp with the family, where you will engage in home tutor support and can socialise with other governesses and families while the children attend school activities each school day with their teachers.
First Aid certificate (or willingness to obtain)
Driver’s licence
Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
Completed Year 12 or equivalent
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to gain experience with children, explore the outback and enjoy an unforgettable year in northern WA.
We offer single private accommodation (separate from the family home) and provide all meals which are prepared by our station cook.
Competitive day rate
A unique chance to experience life on a large Kimberley cattle station
When not working, we enjoy attending local Campdrafts and Rodeos, exploring the beautiful Kimberly region, fishing, swimming and taking trips to Broome or Derby.
Applications are now open via the APPLY NOW button, come and experience outback station life with us.
We are Jumbuck – a large sheep and cattle producer, with properties across Australia.
We have a broad range of jobs for station workers, and a passion for supporting our staff to develop their careers within the pastoral industry.
Established in 1888, the MacLachlan family began the business by growing wool at Paratoo Station, near Yunta, South Australia.
We are a proud, family-run and wholly Australian-owned business, producing natural and sustainable livestock and wool to Australia and the world.
You can find us in South Australia, New South Wales and Western Australia. It’s our love of the land, pride in our people and care for our livestock that defines us.
Our properties and staff are diverse and we hold a strong commitment to sound livestock and land care management.
Current employment opportunities vary, but a love of the Australian outback and its lifestyle, a sense of adventure, the reward that comes from overcoming a challenge and the ability to forge lifelong friendships are a must.
Our Stations
Jumbuck has 9 properties in South Australia, Western Australia and New South Wales.
Our stations comprise of extensive pastoral operations, running sheep on large stations in the NSW and SA, and cattle in the West Kimberley of WA.
Our People Are Our Family
With up to 130 staff at peak times, we’re prepared to give people a go and offer the unique opportunity to live and work on the land, develop skills and advance careers.
We prefer to appoint managers and overseers from within – hence a secure, varied and rewarding career path for those who love station work, and seek long-term involvement in the pastoral industry.
