Weekend Boarding Matron

The Prebendal School; Chichester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious boarding school in Chichester is seeking a dedicated Weekend Boarding Matron. The role involves providing emotional support, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring student safety from Friday evening to Monday morning. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and be highly organized. This position offers food and accommodation, with a start date of January 2026.

Benefits

Food provided

Accommodation provided

Qualifications

• Ability to handle confidential information discreetly.
• Willingness to take on additional duties as assigned.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and practical support to boarders.
• Care for unwell students and liaise with the school nurse.
• Maintain a safe and welcoming boarding environment.
• Oversee cleanliness of student rooms and communal areas.
• Manage boarders' laundry and ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Proficient in using computer systems

Strong written and verbal communication

Highly organized

Detail-oriented

Team player

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Weekend Boarding Matron to join our team at The Prebendal School, Chichester. Contract: Friday evening to Monday morning. Salary: Dependent on experience, with food and accommodation provided. Start date: January 2026. The Boarding Matron reports to the Head of Boarding and plays a vital role in promoting the health, safety, and wellbeing of our pupils. As a night worker, you will remain awake throughout your duty to ensure excellent supervision, complete essential housekeeping tasks, and uphold the highest standards of pastoral care.

Responsibilities

• Providing emotional and practical support to boarders during the school day
• Caring for unwell students and liaising with the school nurse or parents
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming boarding environment
• Overseeing the cleanliness and tidiness of student rooms and communal areas
• Reporting maintenance issues promptly and escalating where necessary
• Managing boarders' laundry twice weekly and ensuring smooth collection and return
• Assisting with the daily operations of the boarding house
• Supporting boarding staff with administrative tasks and logistics
• Upholding safeguarding and health & safety standards at all times

Qualifications

• Proficient and confident in the use of computer systems
• Willing to take on additional duties as assigned by the Head
• Strong in written and verbal communication
• Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
• Detail‑oriented with strong accuracy in all work
• A proactive, calm, and supportive team player
• Professional in demeanour, with the ability to handle confidential information discreetly
• Committed to upholding the aims and values of The Prebendal School

Legal and EEO statements

The Prebendal School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child‑protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, with costs covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.