Live-in Boarding Mentor (f / m / d) - part time (20h)

BBIS Berlin Brandenburg International School GmbH; Kleinmachnow; Vor Ort; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

An international boarding school in Kleinmachnow is seeking a part-time Boarding Support Staff member. The role involves supervising and mentoring students, planning activities, and ensuring their wellbeing in a multicultural setting. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and experience working with adolescents. The position offers flexible working hours, on-site accommodation, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in students' lives.

Leistungen

Furnished on-site staff apartment

Predictable work schedule

Supportive multicultural community

Structured induction and coaching

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in social work, education, teaching, pedagogy, psychology, or youth work.
• Experience working with adolescents in residential or youth-care settings for a minimum of 6 months.
• Confident English Language competency; German skills are a plus.
• Valid driving licence (manual transmission, category B).
• Willingness to work a fixed Thursday–Saturday schedule, including overnight duty.
• Empathetic, reliable, and skilled in working within a multicultural team.

Aufgaben

• Supervise and mentor a group of 5–8 boarding students during shifts.
• Plan and lead activities and excursions for students.
• Ensure safety and wellbeing of students while on duty.
• Communicate with parents and staff regarding student progress.
• Maintain records using REACH and other digital tools.

Kenntnisse

Experience working with adolescents in residential settings

English Language Competency

Empathy and reliability

Multicultural team collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

REACH

iSAMS

Jobbeschreibung

Worktime model: 20 hours/week, initially fixed rota (Thu–Sat)

Contract type: Fixed-term (01.02.2026–31.01.2028)

Location: BBIS Boarding School, BBIS Campus, Kleinmachnow (near Berlin), on-site housing available

YOUR QUALIFICATION

We are looking for candidates who bring relevant experience and a commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in for example social work, education, teaching, pedagogy, psychology, youth work and other
• Experience working with adolescents in residential, boarding or youth‑care settings (min. 6–12 months)
• Confident English Language Competency; German helpful but not required
• Valid driving licence (manual transmission, category B or equivalent)
• Willingness to initially work a fixed Thursday–Saturday rota, including overnight duty until further notice, as shift schedules may also change in the medium term.
• You are empathetic, reliable and enjoy working in a multicultural team. You set clear boundaries, communicate with care, and are committed to student wellbeing, inclusion and anti‑racism.
• Experience with REACH or iSAMS is a plus, but not required—training is provided

The following documents will be required:

• Proof of immunity against measles, which must have been confirmed by a doctor if you were born after 1970. Alternatively, a medical certificate of medical contraindication can be provided
• The original certificate of the highest obtained (university) degree
• An extended certificate of conduct that must not be older than six months

These documents are required to comply with legal and internal employment regulations.

OUR OFFER

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES

You will play a key role in creating a safe, supportive “home away from home” for boarding students, working closely with the Head of Boarding and a small, international team.

• Supervise and mentor a group of 5–8 boarding students during morning, evening and weekend shifts
• Plan and lead activities, local excursions and support orientation for new boarders
• Ensure safety, behaviour and wellbeing of students while on duty, including overnight supervision
• Communicate regularly with parents, teaching staff and the Head of Boarding regarding student progress and welfare
• Maintain accurate records and reports using REACH and other digital tools

Make a difference with a stable three-day schedule and on‑site living

Join our inclusive boarding team and support the wellbeing, safety and growth of international students in a caring, safeguarding‑focused IB World School. This part‑time position is ideal for those who need to balance their studies, family, or other commitments. It offers a predictable work schedule and, if desired, a furnished campus accommodation, for which only a monetary benefit is deducted from the salary each month.

• Offer of a furnished on‑site staff apartment in the Boarding School, eliminating commute and embedding everyday life in the community
• Defined 20h roster across three days, leaving extended time blocks on other weekdays for study, projects or family duties
• Direct responsibility for a small group of 5–8 boarders, including mentoring, reports and close ongoing liaison with families
• Inclusive, multicultural learning community with colleagues from many nations and strong focus on global citizenship
• Unique day & boarding campus near Berlin with lakeside woodland setting, modern sports facilities and bright common areas
• Structured induction, on‑the‑job coaching and whole‑school PD days on wellbeing, child protection and safety

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