House Parent
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Kensington Park School
Earls Court
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- April 2019
- Apply by:
- 21 February 2019
Job overview
Astrum Education operates two schools in central London: Kensington Park School, a new independent school for boys and girls aged 11 to 18; and Chelsea Independent College, for pupils aged 14 to 19.
We are searching for two resilient, motivated Houseparenst to join Princess Beatrice House in April 2019. This is an exciting time to be joining our team in one of the most multi-cultural and diverse Boarding houses in the UK, following a successful OFSTED inspection of our premises.
PBH caters for just under 100 students from thirty different countries. Our students attend two educational institutions across three sites: however, the ethos is the same. We aim to provide a ‘home from home’ environment through our dedicated team of teaching and non-teaching house parents who provide world class academic and pastoral care around the clock. Our night duty staff ensure that there is always an approachable person to deal with any of our students’ issues or worries. Our location in West London is unrivalled: our first class facilities are second to none and we help our students to take advantage of our prime location through trips and promoting independence in one of Europe’s largest and most cosmopolitan cities.
The job requires you to work as part of a team, in a shift pattern. You will be responsible for every aspect of the pupils’ welfare and pastoral care, as well as assisting the Head of Boarding in maintaining the high standards that are currently in place, and continuing to build strong links with the schools that we work with. You will work with a shift leader, and an academic member of staff whilst on duty. A sense of humour, humility and positivity are the qualities needed in order to excel in this role. This is a non-teaching role.
In return, we will offer you:
• A generous package including accommodation in Zone one of London
• Meals provided
• The opportunity to work in one of the UK’s most dynamic boarding environments
• Comprehensive training opportunities, including BSA accredited courses
• Annual leave to be used year round.
This is a full time, permanent position with start date in April 2019.
Full details of the post are outlined in the accompanying job description. Applicants are requested to complete the application form in full and return it by email with a cover letter to recruitment@astrumeducation.com before the closing date.
Closing date for applications: 12 pm Friday 22 February 2018
Astrum Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and DBS.
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About Kensington Park School
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Welcome to Kensington Park School.
Split across two sites on either side of Kensington Gardens, Kensington Park School offers boys and girls aged 11 to 18 an exceptionally well-rounded education in the heart of central London.
An academically purposeful school, our central purpose is, above all, to enable potential, and each student is excited, challenged, and inspired to become the best possible version of themselves. Small class sizes, coupled with a broad and balanced curriculum and outstanding pastoral care, not only prepares students for exceptional GCSE and A Level results, but enables them to develop skills they need to succeed in a fast-paced and ever-changing world.
We believe that young people flourish when they feel happy, confident, and challenged. This core belief underpins all that we do in our school, which has a friendly, family atmosphere and focuses on the individual.
At the heart of our success is the strength of partnership that exists between our staff, students, and their families. We believe that every young person should feel a sense of belonging in our school community and enjoy their learning. As a consequence, our students will leave with the skills and resources they need to take the next step in their lives, confident in their strengths and prepared to meet the challenges of the future.
The underlying philosophy of our school aims to prepare our students for their futures in a rapidly changing world by encouraging critical thinking, adaptability, and taking increasing responsibility for one’s own learning and actions whilst striving for personal academic excellence. The ethos of the school is built on mutual respect between staff and students alongside a strong culture of inclusiveness and openness, which also provides freedom for individual ambition and expression.
Our school values are summarised by the KPS REACH Code, which emphasizes Responsibility, Empathy, Ambition, Courage, and Humility.
We are unapologetically ambitious for every young person in our care, and for the school as a whole. This determination to provide a brilliant mix of motivated students and dedicated staff is part of what makes KPS such a vibrant and positive place to study and work.
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