Boarding House Parent & Care Coordinator

O'Brien Recruitment; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 220,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

O'Brien Recruitment is seeking a Housemother to support a boys' boarding house in the Wes-Kaap region. The role combines pastoral care with hands-on housekeeping supervision to ensure the well-being and safe surroundings for boarders.

Key duties include coordinating transport, liaising with nurses, supervising dormitory staff, organizing events, managing hygiene, and attending house and catering meetings to maintain high standards of care and comfort for residents.

Qualifications

• Pastoral care for boarders and families is essential.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Competence with basic computer tasks and records.

Responsibilities

• Provide maternal care and guidance to boarding students.
• Coordinate transport for trips and airport lifts (PDP required).
• Coordinate medical appointments with Nursing Sisters and House Director.
• Supervise housekeeping and dormitory staff operations.
• Attend house committee meetings and assist with catering coordination.

Skills

Pastoral care

Communication

Teamwork

Computer literacy

First Aid

Job description

O'Brien Recruitment is seeking a Housemother to support a boys' boarding house in the Wes-Kaap region. The role combines pastoral care with hands-on housekeeping supervision to ensure the well-being and safe surroundings for boarders.

Key duties include coordinating transport, liaising with nurses, supervising dormitory staff, organizing events, managing hygiene, and attending house and catering meetings to maintain high standards of care and comfort for residents.