Assistant Head of Boarding
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The Hammond
Cheshire West and Chester
- £28,375 - £31,161 per year
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- Residential Accommodation Included
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Sprint Term/Summer Term
- Apply by:
- 6 February 2022
Job overview
JOB PURPOSE
As resident Assistant Head of Boarding you will be a presence in boarding helping to lead the supervision and guidance of staff for the safety and welfare of all boarding students. You will work with the Head of Boarding to manage efficiently the staffing, organisation and resources of the Boarding department, providing for the safety, good discipline and pastoral well-being of all boarding pupils conducive to learning and growth.
MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
• To be resident within the House at all times during term time (excluding off duty time) and to be responsible for the general welfare and personal development of all the boarders with expert knowledge and application of the National Minimum Standards for Boarding.
• To rigorously ensure the school complies with regulations outlined in the National Minimum Standards, Independent Schools Regulations and other relevant legislation.
• To advise and update the Head of Boarding on all matters relating to boarding.
• To create a ‘home away from home’ experience for all boarders.
• To get to know each of the boarders as individuals.
• To manage the relevant staff, ensuring excellent academic and pastoral care for the boarders.
• To promote excellent working relationships with parents and guardians and to respond to their concerns.
• To be on call to support any situation that may arise within the boarding houses, at any time.
• To play an active part in marketing the School through attendance at, all relevant marketing events (on or off site) and through giving tours for prospective parents.
• To support all main School performance events through attendance and welcoming parents and guests proactively.
• To support the management of the budget delegated to the Boarding House effectively.
• To be a positive member of the wider School Community, always promoting the highest professional standards.
• To maintain high personal standards of prompt arrival for House responsibilities and events, and appropriate professional appearance.
SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The following duties are required of all staff:
Adhere to child protection policies and procedures.
Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young persons for whom you are responsible for and come into contact with.
Ensure full compliance with all statutory regulations, communicating concerns to the line manager and other staff of The Hammond as appropriate.
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About The Hammond
The Hammond School is a school with a difference. It gives young people with a variety of talents and interests a chance to develop a freedom of expression, self discipline and a life-long love of learning.
Our teachers and support staff form a dedicated, energetic and caring team, who work to encourage the individual child's learning style, and make their time at school an enjoyable experience.
At The Hammond School, we aim to help all our pupils achieve their goals. We want them to reach their full academic potential whilst encouraging their creativity through Dance, Drama or Music.
The rich cultural tradition at The Hammond supports the dynamic, academic and creative mix of the school, and all pupils benefit from the interests and talents of their peers.
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