Residential Graduate Assistant

The Boarding Schools' Association; Westonbirt; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Westonbirt is seeking an enthusiastic Residential Graduate Assistant to support student welfare in a boarding environment. The role requires a commitment to working evenings and weekends, as well as participation in community activities. This position starts in January 2026 and extends through August 2026, with additional opportunities available during summer and holiday periods.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and outgoing individual interested in a pastoral role.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Commitment to a caring school environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the PE Department and maintain student welfare.
• Engage in community activities within the school.
• Adhere to the boarding rota and commit to residential duties.

Skills

Outgoing personality

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

This is an ideal opportunity for an outgoing and enthusiastic Residential Graduate Assistant with a keen interest in pursuing a career in a pastoral role with a dedicated residential team, to help maintain a stress-free, secure and happy community for the students, whilst promoting and developing a positive school ethos within our boarding houses. This role will support our PE Department.

This role commences in January 2026 until the end of the Academic year in August 2026 with the additional opportunity for four weeks of
residential duties for Westonbirt Summer School. The is also further opportunities to work during the holiday periods.

Westonbirt School is a 7 day per week boarding school so the successful candidate must be prepared to take a full part in the school community during the 34 weeks of school term, therefore this post requires full weekly, evening and weekend commitments. Each Residential Graduate Assistant will work in line with the boarding rota and timetabled to have 24 hours off each week.

To pursue an application, please complete the school’s application form , and submit by email to [e-mail]
The application form should be accompanied by a covering letter addressed to the Headmistress of no more than one page.

The closing date for applications is noon on Friday 28th November 2025

Interviews will be as suitable application are received.