Boarding Assistant

Applications are invited for the position of Resident Boarding Assistant, to support our two boarding houses. This is an exciting opportunity to join our School boarding community in a full time residential role. This is an opportunity for an individual to develop key skills which would give valuable ‘hands-on’ experience in order to pursue a career working with young people

The successful candidate will be caring, positive and conscientious with a good sense of humour, flexibility, stamina, good attention to detail, with a full understanding of the social and personal needs of today’s teenagers. It is essential that the successful candidate is willing to play a full part in the life of the whole School, including our extensive co-curricular programme.

This role presents an excellent opportunity to join a thriving boarding community in a high performing girls school. This role may be suitable for a graduate or for someone looking to develop a career in boarding and assist in the day to day running of a boarding house and the wider school setting. We are committed to enable the individual to thrive in the school community and professionally develop in a supportive, friendly environment with excellent direction from the Senior Leadership Team.

The role reports to the Houseparent and will be expected to work closely with the boarding house team.

Completed application forms should be sent to Mrs Claire Morley at hr@burgesshillgirls.com

The closing date for applications is Friday 3 May 2024. 

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 8 May 2024.

Due to the need to appoint quickly for this role, we reserve the right to interview and appoint at any stage of the process.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.