Boarding House Assistant (Part-Time) - Sewing & Care

Christ's Hospital; Washington; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Low-cost gym membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Some meals provided during duty

Job summary

Christ's Hospital in West Sussex is seeking a part-time Matrons Assistant to support up to 90 boarding pupils. The role covers 8.5 hours per week, mainly on Monday and Friday mornings, assisting resident staff and contributing to the welfare of the students.

The successful candidate will work with the House Parents and Matrons, performing laundry duties, minor repairs, and pastoral support as needed. Sewing skills are desirable and full training will be provided for medication administration.

Qualifications

• Sensitivity and strong organisational skills
• Flexibility and ability to work with others
• Ability to sew and use a sewing machine for repairs

Responsibilities

• Sorting, checking and repairing pupils' clothes and laundry
• Assisting the on-duty Matron with pastoral care duties
• Administering medication under supervision (training will be provided)

Skills

Pastoral care

Sewing

Laundry handling

Teamwork

Tools

Sewing machine

Job description

Christ's Hospital in West Sussex is seeking a part-time Matrons Assistant to support up to 90 boarding pupils. The role covers 8.5 hours per week, mainly on Monday and Friday mornings, assisting resident staff and contributing to the welfare of the students.

The successful candidate will work with the House Parents and Matrons, performing laundry duties, minor repairs, and pastoral support as needed. Sewing skills are desirable and full training will be provided for medication administration.