Boarding Parent

H-FARM; Mestre; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

H-Farm International School in the Venice area is seeking boarding house parents (residential and non-residential) to join our international community starting in August 2026. You will support the daily life and well-being of students within a vibrant, dynamic residential environment.

This full-time role involves mentoring boarders, supervising study sessions, organizing activities, and upholding safety and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• A genuine passion for working with young people in a residential setting.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organisational skills.
• A flexible and positive “can-do” attitude.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and proactive under pressure.
• Confidence in taking responsibility and working independently to meet the needs of our boarding community.

Responsibilities

• Be a visible and supportive presence in the boarding house, building strong relationships within our boarding community.
• Become a mentor to a group of boarders to support wellbeing and personal development.
• Supervise evening study sessions and support academic success.
• Organise and take part in social, recreational, and weekend activities.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all.
• Enforce rules and routines consistently and fairly.
• Carry out daily operational tasks (attendance checks, student sign-in/out, room checks).
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, and boarding leadership.

Skills

Passion for working with young people

Strong communication and teamwork

Organisational skills

Flexible and positive attitude

Calm, professional under pressure

Independent, responsible

Education

Background in education or youth work

Job description

Job Description

Due to expansion, H-Farm International School is looking to recruit boarding house parents (residential and non-residential) for our international community starting in August 2026. Join our vibrant boarding community and play a key role in shaping the daily life and well-being of our students!

Job Posting Date: 18 Sept 2026
Location:
Venice, IT
Job ID: 7859
School: H-Farm Venice
Company: Nord Anglia Education

Job Description

Due to expansion, H-Farm International School is looking to recruit boarding house parents (residential and non-residential) for our international community starting in August 2026. Join our vibrant boarding community and play a key role in shaping the daily life and well-being of our students!

We are looking for proactive, caring, and adaptable boarding house parents to support our international boarders in being their best within a positive and dynamic residential environment.

As the start date is approaching soon, having a valid European passport is essential.

What You Will Do

• Be a visible and supportive presence in the boarding house, building strong relationships within our boarding community;
• Become a mentor to a group of boarders to support wellbeing and personal development;
• Supervise evening study sessions and support academic success;
• Organise and take part in social, recreational, and weekend activities;
• Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all;
• Enforce rules and routines consistently and fairly;
• Carry out daily operational tasks (attendance checks, student sign-in/out, room checks);
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, and boarding leadership;

What we are looking for

What We Are Looking For

• A genuine passion for working with young people in a residential setting;
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organisational skills;
• A flexible and positive “can-do” attitude;
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and proactive under pressure;
• Confidence in taking responsibility and working independently to meet the needs of our boarding community;

Preferred

• Background in education or youth work;
• Experience in an international education or boarding environment working with young people;
• Additional languages including Italian are a plus;

What We Offer

• A unique opportunity to live and work on a beautiful, international campus just outside Venice;
• Meals provided while school is in session;
• Access to excellent sports and campus facilities;
• A supportive and collaborative team environment supporting young people to be their best;
• Professional development, progression opportunities due to continued expansion of our boarding community;

Working pattern

• Full time role up to 43/ 40 hours per week (flexible schedule) with at least one full day off per week.
• Includes evenings, weekends, and some overnight duties

If you are looking for a meaningful role where you can make a real difference in young peoples lives, we would love to hear from you!

Salary range: €24.000 - €26.000 gross per year