Head Of Boarding

Inspired Education Group; Lisboa; Presencial; EUR 65 000 - 90 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Inspired Education Group is seeking a Head of Boarding for PaRK International School Alfragide in Lisbon. You will lead the boarding community, ensure safety and wellbeing, and work closely with the Head of School to maintain a vibrant residential environment aligned with the group’s standards.

The role requires significant residential leadership, safeguarding expertise, and a commitment to flexible hours during term time.

Qualificações

• Honours degree in a relevant discipline with capability to teach IB DP.
• Proven residential boarding leadership experience.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and compliance with safety standards.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain knowledge of international and Portuguese child protection laws.
• Be a visible presence within the boarding community.
• Collaborate with Head of School and Deputy to manage welfare.
• Handle disciplinary issues with leadership team.
• Oversee health management and liaison with medical staff.
• Ensure accurate registration, attendance, and sign-in/out.
• Design and participate in weekend activities.
• Conduct fire drills and maintain compliance logs.
• Manage facilities with House Parents and site teams.
• Capture student feedback via surveys and Boarders' Council Meetings.
• Lead recruitment and development of boarding staff.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Safeguarding

Communication

Crisis management

Cultural competence

Digital literacy

Formação académica

Honours degree in a relevant discipline

Experience with international curricula (IB DP)

Ferramentas

School management software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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Head Of Boarding

Location: Lisbon, PT

Date: 27 Aug 2026

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 14,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:

The Head of Boarding at PaRK International School Alfragide will hold high-level responsibility for the leadership, administration, and pastoral care of our boarding community.

Working closely with the Head of School, the successful candidate will foster a safe, inclusive, and vibrant residential environment that aligns with PaRK IS's values of innovation, academic excellence, and holistic student development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Legal & Safeguarding Knowledge: Maintain and further develop a thorough working knowledge of relevant international and Portuguese legislation regarding child protection, health and safety, and children's rights.
• Visible Presence: Ensure a highly visible and active presence within the residential community to build strong, trusting relationships with all boarders.
• Communication & Collaboration: Keep the Head of School and senior leadership informed of pastoral issues, managing day-to-day student welfare in conjunction with the Deputy Head / Pastoral Coordinator.
• Discipline & Wellbeing: Manage serious student breaches of discipline or conduct in consultation with senior leadership, maintaining accurate records of both commendations and disciplinary actions.
• Medical Coordination: Oversee the appropriate management of student health and medical matters, liaising closely with the school's medical staff, the sports department, parents, and legal guardians.
• Record Keeping: Ensure flawless registration, attendance, and absence records for all boarders, including strict sign-in/out procedures and tracking student whereabouts during weekends and leave periods.

• Activity Programming: In collaboration with the Boarding Team, design and participate in a rich programme of weekend activities, trips, and social events that enhance the student residential experience.
• Safety & Compliance: Execute regular fire drills during boarding hours, maintain meticulous compliance logs, and conduct risk assessments to guarantee the ultimate safety and security of the residence.
• Facility Management: Partner with House Parents, the Site Supervisor, and Housekeeping teams to ensure the boarding house is maintained to the highest standards.
• Student Voice: Guarantee that boarders' insights and feedback are regularly captured through questionnaires and Boarders' Council Meetings.
• Staff Recruitment & Development: Lead the appointment, training, and management of boarding staff in conjunction with the Head of School.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Academic Background: A solid honors degree in a relevant academic discipline, with the capability to teach within the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) or international curriculum frameworks.
• Leadership Experience: Proven track record of success in a residential boarding role with significant management and leadership responsibilities.
• Standards Awareness: Deep understanding of global safeguarding benchmarks, international boarding standards, and health and safety regulations.

• Vision & Agility: Innovative thinker with a flexible, solution-oriented approach to residential life.
• Interpersonal Excellence: Outstanding communication and emotional intelligence, capable of inspiring confidence in students, staff, and prospective families.
• Crisis Management: Exceptional ability to remain calm, efficient, and structured when working under pressure or handling emergencies.
• Cultural Competence: Adept at managing a diverse, multicultural student body with a friendly and professional demeanor.
• Digital Literacy: High proficiency in utilizing digital platforms and school management technology for administrative efficiency.
• Commitment: Full alignment with PaRK IS's ethos, along with the stamina and willingness to work flexible, non-traditional hours (evenings, weekends, and holidays) during term time.

• School Life Integration: Active support of whole-school events, including parents' evenings, Open Days, and major calendar celebrations.
• Teaching Commitment: A light teaching timetable will be assigned upon appointment and reviewed annually based on school needs and the demands of the boarding role.
• Campus Residency: The successful candidate is required to reside on campus to ensure emergency cover and share on-call duty responsibilities with the boarding leadership team.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.