Assistant Housemaster/Housemistress (AHsM) – Maternity Cover

eTeach UK Limited; Devizes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Evans boarding house is seeking an Assistant Housemaster/Housemistress for maternity cover. The role focuses on safeguarding, pupil wellbeing and a nurturing, inclusive boarding environment. You may participate in a job-share arrangement during the maternity period.

The successful candidate will support the Housemaster/Housemistress, liaising with staff, attending House meetings and helping to provide leadership opportunities for pupils in a boarding setting.

Qualifications

• Commitment to pupil wellbeing and pastoral care.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to organise and manage residential routines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain professional standards in House and with pupils.
• Oversee House duties for a 24-hour period once a week.
• Cover additional evenings/overnight periods (5.30pm–7am).
• Be responsible for House one in every three weekends.

Skills

Pastoral care

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Job description

Assistant Housemaster/Housemistress (AHsM) – Maternity Cover

Assistant Housemaster/Housemistress (AHsM) – Maternity Cover

Contract: Temporary maternity cover

We are seeking a committed, enthusiastic and caring individual to join the Evans boarding team as Assistant Housemaster/Housemistress, covering a period of maternity leave.

This is an excellent opportunity for a colleague who is passionate about pastoral care, pupil wellbeing and the wider life of the school. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the Housemaster/Housemistress in creating a safe, inclusive and purposeful environment in which pupils feel valued, supported and able to thrive.

This role could be performed as a job share during the maternity cover period.

Key responsibilities

• to maintain professional standards at all times when in House and in the presence of pupils;
• to take responsibility for the House for a 24-hour period once a week at a time to be agreed with the HsM;
• to be responsible for the House for an additional evening and overnight period from 5.30pm-7am;
• To be responsible for the House one in every three weekends;
• to take responsibility for the House when the HsM is absent for whatever reason;
• the AHsM may be required temporarily to step up to the HsM role in the case of the HsM’s absence for periods of over 4 weeks. The suitability of this approach, and any related responsibility payments, will be discussed with the AHsM and decided by the Head Master and Deputy Head (Pastoral) on a case by case basis;
• to liaise regularly with the HsM on matters concerning the pupils in the House and to attend House meetings as required;
• to have regular contact with the pupils in the House;
• to carry out such actions or responsibilities as mutually agreed with the HsM. This is to assist the smooth running of the House and provide opportunities to develop leadership and management skills for the AHsM;
• to share, with the HsM and RT, over-night supervision during the week and emergency hospital visits;
• to attend House functions as required;
• to take up, as appropriate, any INSET courses which are relevant to a boarding school and to participate in school-based training sessions pertaining to pastoral issues;
• to contribute to the appraisal process and maintain records as appropriate;

The ideal candidate

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, a genuine commitment to pastoral care, and the ability to build positive relationships with young people. They will be approachable, resilient, proactive and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Previous experience in a pastoral, boarding or residential setting would be advantageous, although a willingness to learn and a commitment to the role are equally important.

Accommodation

Family accommodation will not be available for this role. Instead, the successful candidate will be provided with bedsit accommodation in Evans to assist with their performance of the responsibilities of the position.