Residential House Parent – Boarding & Welfare Lead

CATS Global Schools Group; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work Scheme

Free flu vaccine through Healthshield

Free eye tests

Financial wellbeing support via WageSt

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Job summary

The Worthgate School, part of CATS Global Schools Group, is seeking a Residential House Parent in Canterbury. This full-time role covers a 7 days on/7 days off pattern, with responsibilities across pastoral care, welfare, and community activities for students aged 14+.

You will contribute to a nurturing, structured boarding environment and participate in evening and weekend events to support student development.

Qualifications

• Proactive and able to think on your feet.
• Energetic and enthusiastic in a boarding environment.
• Excellent communicator with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Share in all aspects of school life beyond your house.
• Maintain high standards of pastoral care in boarding.
• Uphold school policies and safeguarding guidelines.
• Support with wake-ups, get-ups, and closing down the residence.

Skills

Proactive

Energetic

Excellent communicator

Desire to work with young people

Team player

Job description

The Worthgate School, part of CATS Global Schools Group, is seeking a Residential House Parent in Canterbury. This full-time role covers a 7 days on/7 days off pattern, with responsibilities across pastoral care, welfare, and community activities for students aged 14+.

You will contribute to a nurturing, structured boarding environment and participate in evening and weekend events to support student development.