Head of Boarding

The Independent Schools Council; Watford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive community

Accommodation

Professional development

Impactful role

Competitive salary

Job summary

The Independent Schools Council in Watford seeks an outstanding Head of Boarding to lead and develop our boarding provision, ensuring exceptional care, safeguarding, welfare and personal development for boarders.

The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, manage day-to-day operations, and work with senior leaders, parents and staff to deliver a vibrant, inclusive boarding community that aligns with the school's values and National Minimum Standards for Boarding Schools.

Qualifications

• Extensive boarding experience and safeguarding expertise.
• Ability to lead and develop boarding staff.
• Strong communication with parents, pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for boarding provision.
• Oversee day-to-day operation ensuring high standards of welfare and safeguarding.
• Collaborate with senior leaders, parents and staff to deliver inclusive boarding environments.

Skills

Boarding leadership

Safeguarding knowledge

People management

Communication skills

Student wellbeing

Job description

Are you an outstanding pastoral leader with a passion for safeguarding, student wellbeing, and creating exceptional boarding experiences?

We are seeking an inspirational and highly motivated Head of Boarding to lead and further develop our boarding provision. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced boarding professional to shape a vibrant, nurturing and inclusive boarding community where every student can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic leadership, management and day-to-day operation of boarding, ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding, welfare and personal development for all boarders. They will work closely with senior leaders, parents, guardians and boarding staff to deliver an outstanding boarding experience that reflects the school's values and fully complies with the National Minimum Standards for Boarding Schools.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has substantial experience of working within a boarding environment.
• Demonstrates exceptional safeguarding knowledge and practice.
• Is a highly effective leader with experience of managing teams.
• Can create a positive, inclusive and supportive boarding culture.
• Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Is committed to promoting student wellbeing, personal development and achievement.

We offer:

• A supportive and ambitious school community.
• High-quality accommodation (where applicable).
• Professional development opportunities.
• A rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on young people's lives.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.