Matron - Part time

Bridgwater & Taunton College; Four Forks; On-site; GBP 11,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Four Forks is seeking a Part Time Matron to join its team. The role involves supporting young people and ensuring their pastoral needs are met, overseeing the delivery of first aid, and working with boarding house staff. The part-time position requires approximately 19 hours per week during term time, along with excellent benefits including a local government pension scheme and employee support initiatives. Training provided for those without first aid experience.

Benefits

Generous local government pension scheme with employer contributions

Employee Reward Scheme with high street discounts

Access to an employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Well organised, practical, and understanding individual.
• Willingness to support young people.
• No specific prior first aid knowledge required as training provided.

Responsibilities

• Support young people's pastoral needs.
• Oversee the delivery of first aid and pastoral support.
• Assist in the smooth running of the boarding house.

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for a well organised, practical and understanding individual to join the Academy as a Part Time Matron who enjoys working and supporting young people in their development and ensuring their pastoral needs are met. The post consists of working with the boarding house staff to ensure the smooth running of the boarding house as well as overseeing the delivery of first aid and pastoral support to all the pupils in the school. There is no specific requirement to have previous first aid knowledge or experience to undertake this role as full training will be provided. We are looking for an outstanding individual to ensure the full support and wellbeing of all the boys is at the heart of what we do, and to be part of a successful team.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. This post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants, which will include a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

We are looking for a Part time Matron to join our team. There is potential for some flexibility on the shift patterns which can be discussed at interview with each candidate if required. Matrons hours include a combination of morning, afternoon and evening shifts, which also includes one Sunday duty every 4 weeks during term time (3.30pm 9.30pm). If you wish to discuss specific working hours please contact us. The rota may be subject to reasonable change over time with consultation. Required ASAP 19 hours per week, 36 weeks per year, which is term time, plus 3 inset days and 3 end-of-term Saturdays.

Salary: BTCT Band 5, points 7-9, commencing at point 7. Actual Salary: £10,670.32 per annum.

Benefits

• Generous local government pension scheme with employer contributions of over 24%
• An Employee Reward Scheme with high street discounts and a staff wellbeing centre, We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.