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House Manager – full time. Fixed term to 12 December 2025

Loretto School is one of Britain’s leading independent boarding and day schools located on the outskirts of Edinburgh. We have a temporary opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to join our team as House Manager for day pupils in one of our boarding houses in Musselburgh.

Main purpose of the role:

The House Manager is a key member of the pastoral team and responsible for building positive relationships with the children in their care. You will contribute to the supervision and pastoral care of the pupils whilst on campus. You will be expected to know and nurture the pupils, and to support them in the development of their confidence and character.

Responsibilities

• Be a present and caring parental figure for all the pupils in the boarding house.
• Responsible for the cleanliness of the house and directing the Assistant Housekeepers to clean to the standard required by the School.
• Supporting the wider Life Skills programme for pupils, providing new skills and experiences for them whilst in house.

For full details refer to the job description.

This is a temporary post to provide cover up to 12 December 2025. You will work 0800 to 1730 five days a week (Mon-Fri) and 0830 to 1600 on a Saturday with a one hour unpaid lunch break. With two days off a week (one week day and a Sunday).

Salary will be determined by experience and aptitude for the role and will be in the region of £23,000 per annum pro rata.

• Previous experience in a domestic services environment would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience of supervising others is desirable.
• Currently registered, or be capable of registration, with the Scottish Social Services Council and undertake the necessary training and professional development to maintain their registration.
• Experience of working as part of team.

• Generous pension scheme
• Enhanced holiday allowance
• Family friendly policies
• Free lunches during term time
• Annual review and opportunities for training and continued professional development
• Bike to work scheme
• Employee Assistance programme
• Opportunities for involvement in the wider school community

If you think this is the right opportunity for you, please apply through the School Talent website. You will be asked to submit a CV and supporting statement as part of the application process.

If you have any questions about the application process please contact the School Talent team or email accordingly. You must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this post.

Interviews are expected to will take place week beginning 6 October 2025.

Closing date: Thursday 2 October 2025 at 11:59pm

The School is committed to equal opportunities for all its pupils and staff.

Loretto is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Loretto meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, all applicants who are offered employment will be subject to Disclosure Scotland Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme checks before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings, as well as convictions. The cost of this application will be met by the School. Annually, every member of staff at the School is required to undergo, complete, and sign to confirm that they have received child protection training and will uphold it.