House Parent Full-time

Location: Geneva Switzerland

Startdate:Aug -26

Reportto: Headsof House

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

House Parents are at the heart of our boarding community combining warmth flexibility and initiative to foster a nurturing and inspiring environment. They are mentors role models and leaders who ensure students feel secure and supported while embracing opportunities for personal growth.

This dynamic role requires a proactive and positive approach as House Parents lead by examplewhether through participating in activities encouraging students to discover their passions or helping manage day-to-day operations of the boarding house. By setting the standard in enthusiasm and resilience House Parents inspire students to thrive in all aspects of their lives.

KEYRESPONSIBILITIES

• Pastoral Care:Act in loco parentis to ensure students emotional social and physical well-being. Collaborate with the Counselling team and Health Centre to address individual overnightin the boarding House when on duty is an expectation.
• Academic Tracking:Monitor students academic progress providing guidance and support to help them achieve their goals. Liaise with teachers to address concerns and celebrate achievements.
• Community Leadership:Encourage teamwork respect and responsibility among boarders instilling core values and promoting a positive house culture.
• Activity Involvement:Actively engage in student activities to lead by example inspiring students to pursue their interests and develop a balanced passionate approach to life.

• Operational Support:Oversee dailylogisticssuch as dining supervision weekend activities and occasional transportation including driving students when required.
• Communication:Maintainregular and open communication with parents providing updates on their childs well-being academic progress and personal development.
• Crisis Management:Respond to maintenance issues medical emergencies or missing students using established protocols.
• Administrative Duties:Maintainaccuraterecords and ensure all administrative tasks are handled efficiently for the smooth running of the House.
• Role Modeling:Exhibit empathy patience and cultural sensitivity to help students from diverse backgrounds integrate and thrive.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English. Knowledge of French is a significant asset as itfacilitatescommunication in a bilingual environment.

• A genuine enthusiasm for boarding life including leading andparticipatingin student activities.

• A collaborative spirit and ability to build meaningful relationships within a diverse team and student body.

• A valid driving license as occasional transportation of students is expected.

• A proactive attitude toward personal and professional development.

WHY JOIN US

Be part of a vibrant international community in a stunning location.

Enjoy access to a wide range of professional development opportunities and cultural activities.

Benefit from on-campus accommodation and amenities.

Make a lasting impact on students lives while advancingyourcareer in an environment that values positivity initiative and care.

TERMS AND CONDITION

As a Full-timeHouseParentyouwill getone dayoffper week and one weekend and meals in a Boarding House will be provided when on duty. You need to have your own accommodation for your days off.

Please note that applications are open to European citizensorholders of aSwiss work permit.

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

It is important that the post holder is always aware of Child Protection guidelines andobservesa professional distance from students whilst still developing effective working and caring relationships.

You understand and embrace the importance of diversity and inclusion and stand against discrimination in any form. Background investigations and reference checks for the past ten years will be conducted during the selection process.

WHO WE ARE

Collège du Léman is one of Switzerlands most prestigious international day and boarding schoolslocatedon the edge of Lake Geneva in view of the Swiss Alps. Collège du Léman is a member of the Nord Anglia family of more than 80 schools worldwide.

At Collège du Léman we shape generations that harness differences changing our world for the better and are proud of our RISE (Respect InternationalismSpiritand Excellence) values.

We are a truly international community of more than 120 different nationalities. These come together on a green village-like campus covering 8 hectares. Students follow national and international curricula with EnglishFrenchand Bilingualprogrammesoffered.