School Matron

The Boarding Schools' Association; Grantham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A co-educational prep school in Grantham is seeking an enthusiastic School Matron to provide outstanding medical and pastoral care for pupils. The role requires a friendly, caring individual with excellent communication skills and flexibility in working hours. This part-time position is a fixed-term contract covering maternity leave, with the potential for a longer-term opportunity. Candidates should have experience in pastoral care and be willing to undergo necessary child protection checks.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing high-quality pastoral care.
• Flexibility with working hours for Matron cover.
• Willingness to undergo child protection screening.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the smooth running of medical and pastoral care for pupils.
• Work within a small team to provide excellent support.
• Cover for maternity leave with possible longer-term role.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Caring and approachable manner

Ability to provide outstanding pastoral care

Job description

Closing Date: 5 February 2026
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Salary: Competitive; dependent on experience
Employment Term: Part TimeTemporary

Witham Hall is a happy and dynamic co-educational day and boarding Prep school, set within superb grounds on the Lincolnshire/Rutland border. The School is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate School Matron to help ensure the smooth and efficient running of the School with regards to medical and pastoral care of the pupils. With experience of providing outstanding pastoral care, the successful candidate will have a friendly, caring, approachable manner, with excellent communication skills. Working within a small team, flexibility with working hours is essential to ensure Matron cover across the week. The position is initially for a 1yr fixed-term contract covering maternity leave, with the possibility of a longer-term role being available.

Further details and an application form can be obtained on the School’s website (www.withamhall.com/vacancies). To apply please send a covering letter together with the Application Form. A CV is welcome but may not be submitted in lieu of the Application Form.

Witham Hall School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with current and previous employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 0900 on Thursday 5thFebruary 2026, with interviews due to take place w/c 9th February. The School reserves the right to appoint an outstanding candidate before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.