Boarding Houseparent

ISC group; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Wychwood School in Oxford is seeking a warm, experienced Boarding Houseparent to lead the boarding community and nurture a home-from-home environment where pupils feel safe, supported and valued.

You will provide pastoral leadership, safeguard boarders, and develop independence and confidence, while working with staff to maintain high standards of care and a positive, inclusive atmosphere across the boarding house.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong pastoral leadership and safeguarding of boarders.
• Build trusted relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Lead the day-to-day life of the boarding house and shape its culture.
• Ensure consistently high standards of care and wellbeing for boarders.
• Create a warm, home-from-home environment where boarders feel valued and supported.

Job description

Boarding Houseparent

Wychwood School is seeking a warm, experienced and committed Boarding Houseparent to lead and nurture our boarding community. We are looking for someone who is passionate about creating a genuine home-from-home environment where young people feel safe, supported and valued, while developing the confidence and independence they need to thrive.

As Houseparent, you will take a leading role in the day-to-day life of the boarding house, providing strong pastoral leadership and ensuring the wellbeing and safeguarding of our boarders remain at the heart of everything we do. You will build trusted relationships with pupils, families and colleagues, creating a positive and inclusive environment where every boarder feels known and has a strong sense of belonging.

This is a role for someone who understands that excellent boarding is about much more than routines and practical arrangements. You will help shape the culture of the house, celebrating achievements, providing guidance through challenges and creating opportunities for boarders to enjoy a rich and fulfilling life beyond the school day.

Working closely with the wider pastoral and boarding teams, you will provide leadership and direction for boarding staff, ensuring consistently high standards of care while helping pupils develop independence, resilience and consideration for others.

Above all, we are looking for someone with warmth, energy, excellent judgement and a genuine commitment to young people who will embrace the opportunity to help shape the future of boarding at Wychwood.

Why Wychwood, Why Now?

This is an exciting time to join Wychwood. As our school community continues to grow, we have ambitious plans to develop and grow our boarding provision, making this a particularly exciting opportunity for a Houseparent who wants to have a real influence on its future.

You will have the opportunity to help shape the next chapter of boarding at Wychwood while preserving the close-knit, nurturing and individual approach that makes our community so special.

At Wychwood, you will not simply oversee a boarding house. You will be a key member of the school community, helping to create an environment in which our boarders can feel at home, flourish and make the very most of their time with us.

Please see the full job description to find out more about the role, including specific duties and person specifications.

Equal Opportunities

Wychwood is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

We are committed to providing an accessible environment for all candidates. If you need adjustments due to a disability or neurodiversity, such as alternative interview formats or sensory considerations, please let us know.