Day Matron (Junior House)

Girl's Schools Association; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a compassionate Day Matron for its Junior House. This part-time role involves providing essential support to young students, ensuring their well-being, and fostering a positive environment. The successful candidate will be approachable and organized, helping students navigate their school day with care. With a commitment to staff development and a focus on well-being, this role offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young people. Join a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education and personal growth.

Benefits

Continuous Professional Development

Focus on Staff Wellbeing

Generous Benefits

Involvement in School Life

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to interact positively with students.
• Ability to manage time effectively and be organized.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and comfort to students, especially during homesickness.
• Help wake students and ensure they are ready for the day.

Skills

Effective Communication

Time Management

Understanding of Young People's Needs

Job description

We are currently seeking to fill the position of Day Matron (Junior House).

Detail

Wycombe Abbey seeks to appoint a Day Matron for Junior House, Wycombe Abbey's dedicated UIII (year 7) house, to be a vital support to the wider house team.

In addition to domestic responsibilities, it is important to be an approachable and comforting presence for the girls, someone they can talk to if they are feeling unwell or homesick. You will also have the opportunity to help wake the girls up in the morning and be a positive presence at breakfast to ensure the pupils are organised and ready for the day ahead.

The ideal candidate will have positive interactions with, and an understanding of, the needs of young people, able to organise time effectively, and be an effective communicator, both verbally and in writing.

Contract: This is a permanent, part-time contract.

Hours of Work: 33.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, during Wycombe Abbey term time. The first six months will be a probationary period.

Salary: £17,143.16 per annum, (based on FTE £26,539.50 per annum).

Closing date for applications: Monday 19 May 2025

Interview date: Tuesday 2 June 2025

How to Apply: Please see the job profile document for full information about this role. To apply, please complete an application form and submit this, together with a covering letter, to the Headmistress, Mrs J Duncan, by selecting “Apply Now”. If you have any questions, please contact the HR Team on 01494 895575 or [e-mail].

We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date if we receive a high volume of suitable early applications.

Wycombe Abbey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply if barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; all applicants must declare all unspent convictions and cautions, including adult cautions not protected under the Act.

Further information on filtered convictions is available in the Filtering Guidance by the Ministry of Justice and Nacro Guidance. We are an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity No. 310638.

About the School

Wycombe Abbey provides an exceptional environment for learning and working. As part of our community of 420 staff and 650 pupils, you will be encouraged to bring new ideas, passion, skills, and enthusiasm to enrich our community and inspire our pupils to reach their potential.

Life at Wycombe Abbey extends beyond the job title. We promote staff involvement in school life and offer a rewarding working environment, generous benefits, continuous professional development, and a focus on staff wellbeing. All staff, whether teaching, house, or support, contribute to inspiring our pupils to achieve ambitious goals and make a positive impact in the world.

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