School Matron

Godstowe school; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated School Matron to join their team in a vibrant educational environment. This full-time role offers the chance to support the well-being of young students in a leading girls' preparatory boarding school. The ideal candidate will possess a caring attitude and strong communication skills, contributing to the nurturing atmosphere of the Boarding Houses. With opportunities for professional growth and generous benefits, including free meals and accommodation options, this position is perfect for someone passionate about education and child care. If you have a can-do attitude and a good sense of humor, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Free meals during term-time

Accommodation option on site

Generous holidays

Professional development training

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare is preferred; training will be provided.
• A caring and supportive personality is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the care and well-being of boarders in the school.
• Work during term time, including weekends and evenings.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Relevant childcare qualification

Job description

School Matron

Working hours: Full-time during the School’s term time

Start date: 1 September 2023

Benefits: The option of free all-year-round accommodation on site is available with this position

Salary: £17,325 pa without accommodation or £11,086 pa with accommodation

Term time only

Godstowe is one of the leading girls’ preparatory boarding schools in the U.K. with over 400 pupils aged between 3 to 13. The girls and boys achieve outstanding results in their academic studies and all-round education. Approximately 70 girls (aged between 7 and 13) are full boarders at the School, living in one of our three Boarding Houses on our 12-acre site on the northern outskirts of High Wycombe. Each House is led by a Houseparent or Housemistress and their Deputy, with other resident Assistants contributing to the care and well-being of the girls.

We require an enthusiastic and efficient Matron to provide assistance in one of the School’s Boarding Houses. This is a term time only role, with weekend and evening work included during term time (with the exception of Exeat/Leave weekends when the School is closed for boarders). Holidays are generous and as part of the remuneration, we offer free meals during term-time and the option of accommodation in the Boarding House. Salary is paid monthly.

The role presents an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to immerse themselves in the environment of an outstanding educational institution – many of our previous assistants in the Boarding Houses have progressed their careers in education and boarding.

If you have a professional outlook and a can-do attitude coupled with a good sense of humour, as well as a caring and supportive personality, we would welcome your application.

Previous experience of having looked after children will be an advantage. Full training will be given in all aspects of the safeguarding of children, health & safety and our IT systems.

This post is restricted to female applicants, as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

Visits to the school prior to interview are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit or if you would like more information about the role, please contact us at: [e-mail]

How to Apply:

Please do so via the TES website: https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/school-matron-buckinghamshire-1885318

Alternatively, please download an Application Form from https://www.godstowe.org/our-community/vacancies and having completed it send it to us at [e-mail]

If you have any questions do not hesitate to connect us at [e-mail]

Closing date: 8am, Monday 3 July 2023

Please note that the School reserves the right to interview on receipt of applications and to appoint prior to the deadline, so early application is recommended.

Godstowe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check before taking up the post, along with pre-employment safeguarding checks.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £11,086.00-£17,325.00 per year

Work Location: In person


Expected start date: 01/09/2023