Boarding House Matron
Taunton Preparatory School
Taunton, Somerset
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- ASAP
- Apply by:
- 6 February 2022
Job overview
We have an excellent opportunity for a Boarding House Matron to join our team and assist with the pastoral care of our students in the Prep School.
The successful person will be empathetic and proactive, forming a strong presence in the houses and around the school during the day. As well as assisting with and contributing to the supervision and pastoral care of the boarders, this person has responsibility for liaising closely with the school Health Centre on matters relating to the health of each student.
No formal qualifications are necessary, however any pastoral or first aid qualifications will be an advantage along with core numeracy, literacy, IT and communications skills. Ideally, the successful candidate will have experience of working with children.
Our School ethos is of a shared responsibility and positive contribution from all to the life and work of this busy boarding and day community. This is what makes Taunton School such a thriving, energetic and well-rounded Independent School. We offer a competitive package and an outstanding educational environment in which to work.
Application details
For more information about working at Taunton School, and to view the detailed job description and person specification for this role, please visit tauntonschool.co.uk/about/job-vacancies/. To apply, please click on 'apply for job' on the job page, complete the application form, and upload a covering letter as part of your application.
Equal Opportunities
Taunton School is an equal opportunities employer, accredited with the Investors in People Gold Standard, and welcomes applications from appropriately qualified persons regardless of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, nationality, religion, disability or age. Candidates will be assessed against relevant criteria only (i.e. skills, qualifications, abilities, experience) in selection and recruitment.
If you have a disability and require any assistance with the application process please contact tsrecruit@tauntonschool.co.uk
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The offer of employment will be subject to a number of pre-employment checks including ID and Right to Work in the UK, satisfactory references and a successful enhanced DBS check.
Closing Date
The closing date for receipt of applications is midnight on Sunday 6th February 2022, however early applications are encouraged and will be reviewed as received.
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About Taunton Preparatory School
TPS is situated in its own grounds but is adjacent to the Pre-Prep and the Senior School creating a unique sense of family, community and providing access to outstanding shared facilities.
At TPS we are passionate about a holistic education. We believe that an on-going commitment to breadth creates a life-long love of learning and prepares children to take their place in the world as responsible, caring adults who will demonstrate kindness to others. Academically, we combine modern teaching methods with the best of traditional values to create a climate where every child can flourish, and find where their particular talents lie. We are ambitious for all our children, unearthing potential and celebrating success in all its forms.
We aim to support and challenge our children. We recognise that children need to be guided but also given the freedom to think for themselves and to develop a true sense of self. Individual achievements, and the importance of team efforts, are both highly valued. Wrapped around this is the welcoming and friendly atmosphere, and the added buzz created by our thriving boarding house.
All pupils are encouraged to engage in the breadth of what we offer and to achieve their best in academic, sporting, and creative fields, while at the same time developing their interpersonal skills: a respect for each other and those around them, kindness, and a willingness to participate for the benefit of others.
To find out more, please read our prospectus:
https://issuu.com/taunton_school/docs/ts_prep_prospectus_low-res_compressed
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