If you have a passion for providing outstanding pastoral care and are looking for a rewarding role where you will make a significant and important contribution to the welfare of children and young adults, the role House Matron may be the ideal next role for you.
The role
The House system is at the heart of life at Oundle. It is in the community of the House that most pupils find the confidence and sense of purpose that lead to fulfilment in the larger community of the School. In providing exceptional pastoral care and guidance to the boarders, the role of House Matron is key.
Key Responsibilities
* Supervise and provide care for the pupils, with particular responsibilities for the physical, social and emotional wellbeing and presentation of the pupils in the House.
* Conduct daily surgeries, providing care and supervision of unwell pupils.
* Liaise with parents/guardians/staff/medical staff in respect of the wellbeing of the pupils.
* Be responsible for the smart appearance of the pupils.
* Contribute to life in the House by involvement in House social functions, helping to arrange and participate in trips and events, and supporting pupils in their everyday activities where possible.
The successful applicant will be a House Matron for a girls boarding house.
Housing and Work Hours
House Matrons are required to be resident in the Boarding House, with self‑contained accommodation available throughout the year and all meals provided on duty days. Many Matrons at Oundle School have family members living in the accommodation with them (subject to safeguarding checks), and pets are welcome.
Matrons may expect their working hours per week to be no fewer than 45 and this may be exceeded from time to time.
You will have one 30‑hour period off per week in Term time. Due to the nature of the role, you will be required to work for 35 weeks of each academic year, which is made up of Term time (33 weeks) and then time for ensuring the House is prepared and ready to receive pupils at the beginning of each Term plus any special activities, such as planned training.
Equal Opportunity
Oundle School and Laxton Junior School are proud to be equal opportunity employers and we welcome applications from all. We aim to ensure that all applicants are provided with the same opportunities during the recruitment process, and we endeavour to comply with the duties placed upon us to make reasonable adjustments as prescribed by the Equality Act 2010. Should you need to request a particular adjustment to enable you to participate fully in the recruitment process, please ensure that this is made known to the HR Department.
Both Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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