Boarding House Tutor

Details
Location

9000 St.Gallen, Switzerland

Contract Type

Full Time

Salary

Competitive

Job Description

Summary:

Join a school as a Boarding House Tutor (Artisan) and support student wellbeing in a dynamic international environment.

About the School:

A school with a long-standing reputation for excellence, it fosters a unique, individualised approach to education, preparing students for global success through a wide range of academic and enrichment opportunities.

The Opportunity:

As a Boarding House Tutor (Artisan), you will play a key role in supporting the pastoral care and wellbeing of students in a structured and international boarding environment. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student development and contribute to a vibrant residential community.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the pastoral care and wellbeing of boarding students within the residential community.
  • Help maintain a structured, supportive and respectful boarding environment that promotes student independence and personal development.
  • Provide academic supervision and structured study support during evening study periods.
  • Contribute to the organisation and delivery of sports, recreational and co-curricular activities.
  • Support the daily rhythm and routines of the boarding house, ensuring high standards of care and attention to student wellbeing.
  • Work collaboratively with boarding leadership, academic staff and pastoral teams to support student development.
  • Undertake driving duties and supervision of student transport where required.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

  • A relevant teaching, pastoral or youth work qualification (or equivalent experience).
  • Relevant experience working with young people in a boarding, educational or residential environment.
  • Experience providing pastoral care and student wellbeing support.
  • The ability to contribute to sports, activities or co-curricular programmes.
  • A clean driving licence and willingness to undertake driving duties.
  • A strong commitment to the values and ethos of the school.

Preferred

  • Experience supporting students across mixed age groups, promoting independence, responsibility and personal growth.
  • Ability to provide academic supervision and structured study support.
  • Experience contributing to the school’s Talent & Enrichment programme and wider boarding life.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a residential team while taking initiative when required.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • A rare opportunity to work at a highly successful and internationally renowned boarding school.
  • A truly international residential environment with exceptional facilities.
  • An attractive remuneration package with optional staff accommodation.