Boarding House Tutor

Collège du Léman - International School; Genf; Vor Ort; CHF 20.000 - 24.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

On-campus accommodation

Meals provided (term time)

Health insurance for eligible staff

Transportation cost contribution (up ≈

Zusammenfassung

Collège du Léman is seeking a Boarding House Tutor to support students in daily boarding life and wellbeing. You will work closely with House Parents to maintain a safe, inclusive environment and promote independence and resilience.

The role suits individuals aiming to gain experience in education, youth development, or pastoral care, with opportunities to participate in activities, excursions, and a structured, supportive community.

Qualifikationen

• Previous experience working with children or young people is highly desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English; French is a plus.
• Strong organizational abilities and reliability in a busy boarding setting.

Aufgaben

• Pastoral care: provide emotional support and guidance to students alongside House Parents.
• Community leadership: foster an inclusive, respectful, and active boarding environment.
• Activity involvement: support evening, weekend, and holiday activity schedules.
• Operational support: assist with meals, laundry, wake-up and bedtime routines.
• Administrative duties: record attendance and contribute to progress reports.

Kenntnisse

Pastoral care

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Driving license (preferred)

Jobbeschreibung

Job Posting Date: 2 Sept 2026

Location:

Geneva, CH

Job ID: 10160

School: Collége du Léman, Geneva

Company: Nord Anglia Education

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Boarding House Tutors are key members of our boarding community, bringing energy, enthusiasm, and a flexible, student-centred approach to daily boarding life. Working closely with the House Parents, they provide pastoral care, support students' well-being and personal development, contribute to the smooth running of the house, and help create a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment.

This role is ideal for people looking to gain valuable experience in education, youth development, or pastoral care. As trusted role models, Boarding House Tutors encourage students to develop independence, resilience, confidence, and positive life skills while contributing to a warm and supportive boarding community.

Key Responsabilities

Pastoral Care: Act as a trusted point of contact for students, offering emotional support and practical guidance. Collaborate with House Parents and the Health Centre to ensure students’ emotional, social, and physical well-being.

Community Leadership: Foster a positive and inclusive house environment, promoting teamwork, respect, and responsibility. Encourage student engagement in house activities, celebrations, and competitions.

Activity Involvement: Participate actively in a range of student activities and excursions, setting a positive example. Support evening, weekend, and holiday activity schedules, promoting student participation.

Operational Support: Assist with the daily operations of the house, including meal supervision, laundry oversight, and student wake-up and bedtime routines. Support House Parents in ensuring the house environment is clean, organized, and safe.

Administrative Duties: Ensure accurate and timely record-keeping for attendance, student check-ins, and other administrative tasks. Contribute to student progress reports, sharing observations with House Parents and the senior boarding team.

Safety and Security: Monitor student whereabouts and ensure they adhere to curfews and daily schedules. Follow protocols for handling missing students, fire drills, and medical emergencies.

Role Modeling: Demonstrate empathy, patience, and integrity, embodying the core values of the boarding community. Support students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds as they integrate into boarding life.

Skills And Competences

• Previous experience working with children or young people is highly desirable.
• A positive, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to complete administrative tasks effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English. Knowledge of French is an asset.
• Enthusiasm for boarding life, with a willingness to participate in activities and excursions.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and parents.
• A driving license is preferred. Driving duties are an integral part of the job.
• Resilience and adaptability to work in a fast-paced, student-centered environment.

You are an energetic, enthusiastic, team player, but also resistant to pressure and well organised. You have a good sense of humour and believe in positive and respectful relationships. You have excellent interpersonal skills, especially with students. Your level of English is excellent. Experience in working with children and young people is a prerequisite. You will be exhausted at the end of the day, but the rewards will be extraordinary!

WHY JOIN US?

Be part of a vibrant international community in a stunning location.

Enjoy access to a wide range of professional development opportunities and cultural activities.

Benefit from on-campus accommodation and amenities.

Make a lasting impact on students’ lives while advancing your career in an environment that values positivity, initiative, and care.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Boarding House Tutor will be required to work throughout the term, with one day off per week and one weekend off once every two weeks. Accommodation in a Boarding House will be provided from the start of the year until the end of the academic year. The monthly salary is CHF2,000.- Meals are also provided during term time. Private health insurance is compulsory in Switzerland, and as part of the package, CDL will offer Health Insurance to eligible Boarding Graduate Assistants, and we will cover up to CHF 250 of their transportation costs for the first travel. Boarding House Tutors will then have priority on the application for our amazing summer camps.

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

It is important that the post holder is always aware of Child Protection guidelines and observes a professional distance from students whilst still developing effective working and caring relationships.

You understand and embrace the importance of diversity and inclusion and stand against discrimination in any form.

Background investigations and reference checks for the past ten years will be conducted during the selection process.

WHO WE ARE

Collège du Léman is one of Switzerland’s most prestigious international schools, located on the edge of Lake Geneva in view of the Swiss Alps. We welcome children from 2 to 18 years old to become part of a truly international community with more than 120 different nationalities. Our vision is to shape generations that harness differences and empower our students to change the world for the better.

We nurture individual strengths through our outstanding educators and the sheer breadth of opportunities that we offer as part of our curriculum and activities.

Collège du Léman is part of the Nord Anglia Education family of more than 80 premium schools all over the world.