Assistant Houseparent Job

TN United Kingdom; Bruton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking an Assistant Houseparent to support and mentor students in a nurturing environment. This role involves managing a boarding house, providing guidance to young individuals, and ensuring their safety and well-being. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills and a passion for working with children. With rent-free accommodation and the potential for additional roles within the school, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of confident young citizens while enjoying the beautiful countryside of Somerset.

Benefits

Rent-free accommodation

Free meals during term time

Potential for additional roles

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Experience working with children and young people is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support students in a mixed house of 90 pupils.
• Organise days out and manage travel plans for boarders.
• Perform wake-ups and manage the running of the house.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Communication with Young People

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

Teaching Qualification (preferred)

Job description

Our client is a co-education state boarding school for pupils aged 11-18 based in the beautiful town of Bruton in Somerset. As a school, they are ambitious for their students’ academic achievements and provide an inclusive, friendly environment producing confident young citizens. They believe education is more than just grades; it is an awareness of the world, about independent thoughts and values.

They are looking to recruit an Assistant Houseparent. The ideal candidate is someone who shares their values and is able to join their team ASAP. Accommodation will be available year-round, and you are welcome to take on an additional role with the school as part of the office team or as a teaching assistant, subject to a separate contract and remuneration.

*Please do contact me directly for further details*

The role:

• Support students in a mixed house of 90 pupils.
• Work with students from Year 10 to Year 13.
• Perform wake-ups when on duty and work evenings as required.
• Manage the running of the house and ensure all areas run smoothly.
• Be the go-to for parents regarding their children.
• Organise days out, boarding trips, and attend students' concerts and matches.
• Manage travel plans for the boarders and ensure organisation.
• Ability (and desire) to undertake some History or Math teaching in addition to boarding duties would be a huge bonus, subject to a separate contract and remuneration.

You:

• Ability to work as part of a cohesive team.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills, including influencing skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work and communicate with young people.
• Work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.
• Effective time management skills, including the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Value the contribution each child brings to the school community.
• Respect and value diversity and promote equality.
• Love working with children and are able to guide and mentor them.
• Enjoy the countryside and would relish a role in Somerset.

Accommodation:

Rent-free accommodation provided throughout the year, with free meals available in the school dining room for the post-holder and their immediate family during term time except exeats.

Salary:

£17,000 GPA (with the ability to top up your salary to £24,000 with a role within the school).

Hours:

3 afternoons per week (15:40pm until 22:30pm and one weekend day).