Job Description
Summary:
Houseparent job opportunity at a leading UK school. Apply now for a rewarding role in boarding care.
About the School:
A school dedicated to providing a balanced education combining performing arts and academic excellence. It fosters a supportive and inclusive environment with a strong focus on student welfare and development.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Houseparent to join our boarding team and contribute to the well-being and development of students aged 7 to 19. This is a full-time, term-time only position with two days off per week, offering a supportive and dynamic working environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and maintain a welcoming, tidy, and homely atmosphere in the boarding house.
- Monitor student behaviour and address disciplinary issues in a fair and appropriate manner.
- Uphold standards of dress, appearance, and personal hygiene among students.
- Ensure a calm and focused environment during prep and maintain an orderly bedtime routine.
- Ensure students are punctual for breakfast and ready for the school day.
- Handle emergencies and escort students to medical appointments as needed.
- Oversee the completion of pastoral reports and maintain accurate records of student welfare.
- Be a visible and approachable presence, regularly moving through all areas of the house.
- Maintain regular communication with parents and support the school’s safeguarding policies.
- Sleep in the house on all duty nights and cover additional duties as required.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Experience working with children and an understanding of their needs in a boarding environment.
- Strong communication skills with both adults and young people.
- Commitment to safeguarding and child protection policies.
- High level of confidentiality, punctuality, and organisational skills.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and work effectively within a team.
- A full, clean driving licence.
Preferred
- Previous experience in boarding or residential environments.
- First Aid qualification.
- BSA (Boarding School Association) qualification or willingness to obtain one.
- Experience driving a minibus or willingness to learn.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Free school lunches during term time and free onsite parking.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and a pension scheme.