Female & Male House Matron / House Parent at Jewels Leading Lights Academy

Responsibilities

• Be a visible presence in the boarding house by engaging with the students, checking the state of the student rooms, and getting to know the students on a personal level.
• Encourage cleanliness in the Boarding House and perform frequent room checks.
• Enforce rules and expectations, and follow through with disciplinary action when necessary.
• Provide the Head of Administration with regular updates on student behaviour.
• Follow up on student illness with the Head of Administration, Nurse, and parents when necessary.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of students at all times.
• Remain in the Boarding House for as long as there are students.

Requirements

• A relevant Bachelor's Degree (preferably with a background in Guidance & Counselling or Psychology)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Ability to work with, care for, and supervise young people
• Ability to work as a team member and lead by example.
• Must be a graduate.
• Ability to work with, care for and supervise young people.
• High levels of energy, an even temper and a sense of humour.
• Confidence in spoken and written English
• Confidence to correct students who are not adhering to the school rules
• Ability to relate to young people.
• Ability and willingness to work in a multicultural environment.
• Willingness to work unsociable hours.
• Ability to work as a team member and lead by example.
• Ability to be proactive, flexible and reliable.