Matron

Scottish Council of Independent Schools; Perth; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Life cover

Free lunch during term time

Discounts at retailers

Cycle to work scheme

Blue Light Card eligibility

Job summary

Strathallan School in Perthshire seeks a Boys' House Matron to provide pastoral care, practical support and day-to-day planning for a senior boys' boarding house.

You will be part of Strathallan's Matron team, 7 matrons across boarding houses, collaborating to support pupil wellbeing and a well-managed environment. This role offers a rewarding, community-focused opportunity within a leading boarding school.

Qualifications

• Sound safeguarding knowledge and child protection practices.
• Experience working with children or young people and their wellbeing needs.
• Strong communication, listening and interpersonal skills with pupils, parents and staff.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and manage responsibilities.
• Good admin and record-keeping skills; comfortable with email and basic IT.
• Professional, reliable, calm and empathetic approach.
• Registration with the SSSC, or willingness to pursue registration.

Responsibilities

• Support pastoral care, wellbeing and welfare of pupils in the boarding house.
• Be a visible, approachable presence throughout the school day.
• Assist with day-to-day organisation and smooth running of the house.
• Support pupils with daily routines, practical needs and general care.
• Promote tidiness, organisation and personal responsibility in the house.
• Maintain accurate records and complete administrative tasks as required.
• Communicate effectively with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Work with the Housemaster and pastoral team to support pupils and boarding community.
• Liaise with school departments to ensure pupils receive appropriate support.
• Contribute to a safe, welcoming and inclusive boarding environment.

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Experience with children

Strong communication

Independent working

Administrative skills

Empathetic approach

SSSC registration eligibility

Education

SSSC registration / willingness to register

Tools

Email & basic IT

Job description

Package Description:

Strathallan School is seeking to appoint a caring, organised and reliable Boys' House Matron to support the day-to-day running of one of our senior boys' boarding houses.

This is a rewarding pastoral role at the heart of boarding life, providing practical, emotional and organisational support to pupils while helping to create a warm, welcoming and well-managed environment in which they can thrive. Working closely with the Housemaster and wider pastoral team, the successful candidate will play an important role in supporting pupils' wellbeing, encouraging independence, and ensuring the smooth operation of the house.

As a trusted and approachable adult presence, you will build positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues, offering guidance and support while maintaining high standards of care and organisation.

This is a term-time position working approximately 45 hours per week, offering an excellent opportunity to become part of a close-knit boarding community and contribute meaningfully to pupils' day-to-day experience at one of Scotland's leading boarding schools.

The Matron Team

Our Matron team is a highly valued part of Strathallan's boarding provision and plays a central role in supporting the wellbeing and pastoral care of pupils across the School.

The team comprises seven matrons across the senior boarding houses and one within the Prep School. Working collaboratively, matrons meet regularly to share best practice, discuss emerging themes and support one another in managing the demands of boarding life. This strong culture of teamwork ensures a consistent approach to pupil care and provides an excellent support network for new and existing team members alike.

Through their collective experience, commitment and dedication, the Matron team helps create the caring, structured and supportive environment that underpins the success of boarding at Strathallan.

About Strathallan School

Strathallan School is a leading co-educational boarding and day school with an outstanding reputation for academic excellence, sporting achievement and creativity in the arts.

Situated within a beautiful 150-acre campus in Perthshire's Earn Valley, Strathallan combines outstanding facilities with a strong sense of community and a commitment to helping every pupil achieve their full potential. The School's success is built on the dedication of its staff, whose professionalism and care help create an environment in which pupils flourish both academically and personally.

At Strathallan, every member of staff contributes to the wider life of the School and plays an important role in delivering an exceptional experience for our pupils.

Key Responsibilities

As Boys' House Matron, you will:

• Support the pastoral care, wellbeing and welfare of pupils within the boarding house.
• Provide a visible, approachable and reassuring presence for pupils throughout the school day.
• Assist with the day-to-day organisation and smooth running of the house.
• Support pupils with daily routines, practical needs and general care.
• Promote high standards of tidiness, organisation and personal responsibility within the house.
• Maintain accurate records and complete administrative tasks as required.
• Communicate effective with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Work closely with the Housemaster and wider pastoral team to support individual pupils and the boarding community.
• Liaise with relevant school departments to ensure pupils receive appropriate support.
• Contribute to a safe, welcoming and inclusive boarding environment.

Who Are We Looking For?

Essential

• Sound knowledge of safeguarding and child protection practices.
• Experience working with children or young people, with an understanding of their wellbeing and care needs.
• Strong communication, listening and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative and manage responsibilities effectively.
• Good administrative and record-keeping skills, including confidence using email and basic IT systems.
• A professional, reliable, calm and empathetic approach.
• Registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), or willingness to work towards registration.

Desirable

• Childcare, nursing or related qualification.
• Valid First Aid qualification, or willingness to undertake training.
• Previous experience in a pastoral, boarding, care or school-based environment.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young people and wants to make a genuine difference to their daily lives.

Whether you already have experience within a boarding, pastoral or care setting, or you are looking to bring transferable skills to a new challenge, this role offers the chance to become part of a supportive and collaborative team dedicated to providing an outstanding boarding experience.

Terms of Appointment

• Competitive salary (please contact us for further details).
• Term-time position, working approximately 180 days per year.
• Normal working hours are 7.30am to 5.00pm, with a lunch break.
• Occasional flexibility may be required to support the needs of the boarding house.
• Contributory pension scheme with an employer contribution of 4%.
• Occupational sick pay following the first year of service.

Benefits

• Free on-site parking.
• Life cover.
• Free lunch during term time.
• Discounts at hundreds of retailers.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Blue Light Card eligibility.

Safeguarding and Recruitment Checks

Strathallan School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory safer recruitment checks, including PVG Scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland, the receipt of two satisfactory professional references and proof of the right to work in the UK.

The successful candidate will also be required to hold registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), or demonstrate a willingness to work towards registration.