Assistant Housemistress

We are looking to recruit a 'Assistant Housemistress' Responsible to: Housemistress Salary: Competitive Hours of work: This is a full-time (51 hours per week), term-time only plus two additional weeks to cover holiday/activity programmes and/or commercial lets. Monday to Sunday 7.00am to 11.00pm on a rota basis. The Role To support and deputise for, if required, the Housemistress (HsM) in the leadership and management of a boarding house in accordance with the current Ofsted Framework, the National Minimum Standards for boarding schools, and Care Inspectorate Standards and SSSC Standards. Residential expectations The post-holder is expected to be in residence in line with School expectations, including at the start and end of terms and around boarders’ return and departure, as required. To be resident in the house and provide outstanding care for the boarders’ welfare and personal development. The accommodation available is a one bedroom flat. This role involves pastoral care and supervision of female students in a residential boarding setting. Therefore, this post is open to female applicants only, as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, where being female is a genuine occupational requirement Core Duties and Responsibilities (shared with all house staff) To be aware of the National Minimum Standards for Boarding Schools, Care Inspectorate and SSSC Standards, School policies and procedures, and School and house aims and objectives; To create an environment in the boarding house that is conducive to study and relaxation; To build and maintain positive and constructive relationships with pupils, in order to provide them with the best possible care and support; To play an active role in ensuring the pupils’ welfare and personal development; To ensure the safety of pupils and staff by maintaining accurate records, dealing appropriately with hazards, and reporting any problems; To build and maintain strong relationships with parents and guard