Houseparent

ROLE SUMMARY:

Kings College School Soto de Viñuelas is seeking a dedicated and caring Houseparent to join our boarding community in Tenbury House our Boarding is a rewarding demanding and highly impactful role central to the wellbeing and development of our boarders (Years 713).

The Houseparent leads the daily life of the House ensuring a safe supportive and structured environment where students thrive personally academically and socially. Working closely with the Head of Boarding and the House team you will help shape a positive culture rooted in care good behaviour consistency and high expectations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee the House when on duty ensuring policies and routines are followed.

• Provide high-quality pastoral care placing pupils welfare safety and personal development at the centre.

• Maintain positive relationships with students parents staff and the wider boarding community.

• Mentor a small number of boarders academically and support their progress.

• Contribute to staff meetings training sessions and effective communication within the team.

• Promote good behaviour discipline and adherence to school rules and the Code of Conduct.

• Help organise and lead weekend and evening activities for boarders.

• Support the smooth operation of House routines (wake-up prep sign-in/out tidiness uniform).

• Uphold safeguarding child protection and confidentiality requirements at all times.

• Maintain a warm caring and inclusive House culture where students feel at home.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Previous experience in boarding pastoral care youth work or education is desirable.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to remain calm and supportive.

• A genuine interest in the wellbeing and development of young people.

• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends in line with boarding needs.

• Commitment to safeguarding and to acting as a positive role model at all times.

• Willingness to live on-site during term time (accommodation provided).

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.