Job Summary: We are looking to recruit a highly motivated and dedicated Boarding House Matron, working as part of a Boarding team to provide support in one/some of the Boarding Houses in school. The Matron ensures the welfare and well-being of boarding students in the House by providing a stable, supportive, and non-judgemental environment that encourages trust. Acting as a visible and approachable presence, the Matron is there to assist with the daily running of the House or simply to offer a listening ear when needed. The role also includes overseeing day-to-day operations such as laundry and cleanliness, alongside providing administrative support to the Housemaster/mistress (HM).
About You: We are looking for an excellent team player and communicator who has the confidence to take the lead and to show initiative and respond appropriately to a whole range of boarding scenarios. You must have a passion for working with young people and the ability to support them, showing care and attention, providing a listening ear and the ability to act accordingly in a variety of circumstances. You need to be an emotionally resilient person with a good understanding of the role and responsibility around safeguarding. You need to be prepared to work some evenings and to be on duty at some point during the weekend.
Start: As soon as possible
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 30 hours per week (Monday-Friday 1pm-5pm as well as one evening a week 6pm- 11pm and 5 hours at the weekend as per the duty rota). There is an additional 45 hours per annum outside term time to help prepare the house before the boarders come back to school.
Please note that this advert will close when a suitable candidate is identified, so we encourage early applications.
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Job Description and Person Specification
Sidcot School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Specific safeguarding responsibilities for this position are outlined in the job description. All positions within the School are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.