Head of Boarding

Moulsford Prep School; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading prep school in Wallingford is seeking a Head of Boarding to oversee student welfare and pastoral care. This residential role demands excellent communication skills and a passion for nurturing children's development. You will teach an adjusted timetable and take part in school activities, including sports coaching if interested. The position includes family accommodation and various benefits aimed at supporting staff wellbeing and development.

Benefits

Pension scheme

In-house catering

Fee remission for staff

Gym membership

Wellbeing programs

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a boarding house.
• Commitment to achieving boarding qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for pastoral care of boarders.
• Teach an adjusted timetable depending on skills.

Skills

Strong commitment to pastoral care

Excellent communication skills

Well organised

Ability to inspire children

Teamwork

Education

QTS or equivalent educational qualification

Safeguarding trained

Job description

Job Title: Head of Boarding

Location: Moulsford-on-Thames, Oxon, OX10 9HR

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Job Hours: Monday - Friday, The Head of Boarding must reside in the Boarding House when the pupils are staying overnight

About us

Moulsford is an independent preparatory school for 330 pupils, aged 3 to 13, situated on an idyllic 30-acre site on the banks of the River Thames, near Wallingford in South Oxfordshire.

Moulsford aims to nurture the whole child, providing opportunities for each individual to develop their talents and abilities.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving Prep School as our Head of Boarding.

This is a role central to life at the School. The successful candidate will be responsible for the pastoral care and welfare of each boarder and must have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and a very caring disposition.

The Head of Boarding will also have a teaching role and will teach an adjusted timetable in the School. The teaching allocation will depend on the skills of the successful candidate who will have a desire to get involved in many areas of school life, including coaching sport if this is an interest.

This is a residential role. Family accommodation comes with the post. Moulsford boarding runs from Monday evening to Friday morning, with up to 35 children boarding on any night.

Formerly an all-boys school, Moulsford is now co-educational from Pre-School to Year 3 with girls progressing through the school year on year, becoming fully co-educational by 2030.

The Head of Boarding will oversee the transition to co-educational boarding.

About you

Experience & knowledge

• Experience of working in a boarding house
• Very strong commitment to outstanding pastoral care

Skills & abilities

• A passionate, inspirational, and highly effective leader dedicated to achieving the best possible outcome for each child
• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills
• Well organised, with excellent attention to detail and record keeping skills
• The ability to plan ahead and prioritise tasks
• The ability to inspire and enthuse young children
• Energy, resourcefulness, responsibility, patience and a caring nature
• Ability to form positive relationships and work successfully as a member of a team

Education & qualifications

• QTS or equivalent educational qualification
• Safeguarding trained and committed to further training to become a Deputy DSL
• Commitment shown to achieving boarding qualifications

Benefits

• Pension - All employees are eligible to join a staff pension scheme.
• In House Catering - Making sure our students and staff are well fuelled for a busy day at school is key and food is very important at Moulsford. Our in-house catering team ensures that staff enjoy complimentary good quality, healthy and balanced meals every day. They also cater for all types of diets and allergens.
• Fee Remission - Fee remissions are available for teaching staff. Please ask for further information.
• The Barn Fitness Club - The School offers gym membership for all employees at The Barn Fitness Club in Cholsey.
• Wellbeing - Great emphasis is placed on staff wellbeing and morale and we firmly believe in creating the right work/life balance for all at Moulsford. A culture of mutual support for colleagues is encouraged and fostered. Social events for staff take place throughout the year.
• Continuing Professional Development - All employees are encouraged and supported with access to regular Continuing Professional Development.

Additional Information

Moulsford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to the completion of pre-employment checks including an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

A full job description, details about Moulsford and an application form can be found on the website.

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Candidates with previous job titles and experience of: Boarding School Head, Boarding House Manager, Boarding House Team Leader, Boarding School Deputy Head, Pastoral Care, School Pastoral Head, Teacher, Boarding School Teacher may also be considered for this role.