Boarding Life & Wellbeing Matron

Inspired Education Group; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspired Education Group is seeking a Boarding Matron for Reddam House Umhlanga, a premium co-educational private school near Durban. The role focuses on pastoral care, student wellbeing, safety and daily support for boarders in a full-time capacity.

The successful candidate will work closely with staff, parents and the school community to ensure a nurturing, structured environment and high standards of welfare for both male and female boarders.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience providing pastoral care and student support within a school, boarding or residential environment.
• Ability to establish trusting relationships with adolescents while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and student wellbeing practices.
• Willingness to participate fully in a busy boarding community.

Responsibilities

• Pastoral Care and Student Wellbeing: Build positive and supportive relationships with boarders; monitor welfare; provide personal, social, emotional and developmental support.
• Boarding Operations: Oversee daily operation of the boarding house; supervise boarders during routines; ensure supervision and pastoral care in line with policies.
• Parent Communication: Build strong relationships with parents/guardians; communicate about boarding and welfare matters.
• Student Welfare and Daily Support: Maintain visible presence; support daily routines and health needs; coordinate medical appointments and healthcare per policies.

Job description

Inspired Education Group is seeking a Boarding Matron for Reddam House Umhlanga, a premium co-educational private school near Durban. The role focuses on pastoral care, student wellbeing, safety and daily support for boarders in a full-time capacity.

The successful candidate will work closely with staff, parents and the school community to ensure a nurturing, structured environment and high standards of welfare for both male and female boarders.