Boarding Assistants - Gloucestershire

TeachMatch; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic Boarding Assistant to contribute to a positive boarding experience in Gloucestershire. The successful candidate will support the running of the boarding houses, ensure compliance with safeguarding policies, and assist with the academic progress of pupils. This role requires strong interpersonal skills, a proactive attitude, and a commitment to the welfare of young people. The position offers onsite single occupancy accommodation and the opportunity to engage in extracurricular activities.

Benefits

Onsite single occupancy accommodation

Non-residential options available

Qualifications

• Engage effectively with students and staff.
• Manage multiple responsibilities proactively.
• Work in an educational or boarding setting.
• Adapt to flexible working hours.
• Ensure the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Support the running, ethos, and discipline of boarding houses.
• Ensure compliance with Child Protection policy.
• Assist in academic support of pupils.
• Create a positive environment for social development.
• Participate in extracurricular activities.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Proactive and positive attitude

Experience or interest in working with young people

Excellent organisational skills

Commitment to safeguarding

Job description

Role: Boarding Assistant
Location: Gloucestershire
Rate: £95
Start date Jan 2026

Teachmatch is proud to partner with a number of independent schools across the Cotswold's to provide a welcoming and dynamic environment committed to supporting student's academic and personal development. We are seeking an enthusiastic Boarding Assistants to help deliver high-quality boarding provision and contribute to an exceptional overall school experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the effective running, ethos, and discipline of the boarding houses in line with school policies.
• Ensure compliance with the school's Child Protection and Safeguarding policy at all times.
• Assist in the academic support and progress of pupils within the boarding house.
• Foster a positive house spirit and create an environment that promotes social and emotional development.
• Lead and participate in evening and weekend extracurricular activities as part of the school's Activities programme.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with students and staff effectively.
• A proactive and positive attitude with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Experience or interest in working with young people in an educational or boarding setting.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work flexibly, including unsociable hours.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Benefits

• Onsite single occupancy accommodation (non-residential options available)