Matron (Pastoral Housemistress/Master)

The Boarding Schools' Association; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK is seeking a dedicated Pastoral Housemistress to ensure the welfare and development of boys in a nurturing environment. This residential role involves providing guidance and support, maintaining a safe and welcoming atmosphere, and collaborating with a team to foster personal and academic growth.

Benefits

Self-contained accommodation

Generous school holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in a matron or similar role is advantageous.
• Genuine interest in the wellbeing of teenage boys.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the effective running of boys’ boarding houses.
• Provide high standards of pastoral care and support.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Team Collaboration

Flexibility

Resilience

Understanding Nature

Job description

Closing Date: 30 May 2025
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Salary: salary scale based on experience
Employment Term: Full TimePermanent

Radley College is seeking an experienced and dedicated Matrons (Pastoral Housemistresses) to assist in the effective running of our boys’ boarding houses, each accommodating approximately 70 pupils. This residential position plays a key role in providing high standards of pastoral care, ensuring the welfare, development, and support of the boys in a nurturing and well-organised environment.

The Pastoral Housemistress ensures that the boarding house is a safe, well-ordered, and welcoming environment where boys thrive both personally and academically. From day one, you will act as a trusted figure for pupils, offering guidance and support while maintaining the smooth daily running of the house.

The ideal candidate will:

Demonstrate a warm and approachable personality, with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of teenage boys.
Possess excellent organisational skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Show flexibility, resilience, and an understanding, tolerant nature.

While previous experience as a matron or in a similar role would be advantageous, we also welcome applications from individuals who are enthusiastic about working with children and eager to gain experience in a boarding setting.

Benefits include self-contained accommodation provided throughout the year and a generous school holiday allowance

The deadline for applications is 12 noon, Friday 30 May 2025.

Early application is encouraged and Radley College reserves the right to contact suitable applicants prior to the closing date and may close the vacancy early if the position is filled.