Houseparent
Nexus International School Malaysia
Putrajaya, Malaysia
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- Aug 2019
- Apply by:
- 10 December 2018
Job overview
Boarding Housemaster & Housemistress
Nexus International School Malaysia, is a modern co-educational Early Years to Year 13 school located in Putrajaya, Malaysia’s federal administrative capital, 30 minutes south of Kuala Lumpur. The school is part of Taylor's Education Group and is one of six schools operated by Taylor's.
The Boarding House at Nexus was opened in August of 2011. It commenced with nine boarders and has now grown to over sixty boarders. Boarders are aged from 10 to 18 and come from various parts of the world including Bangladesh, Indonesia, China, Japan, Korea, Norway, Germany and islands off the Malaysian peninsular.
The boarders live in a modern building next to the school, boys and girls live on separate floors with a resident houseparent(s) living on each floor. The houseparent oversees the boarder’s pastoral needs ensuring that all are cared for and supported in all aspects of their lives.
We are seeking an energetic and caring Housemaster and Housemistress who is a confident communicator and able to relate to all in our community. Applicants must have a genuine interest in working with children and have:
- a positive and mature manner when dealing with adults and children
- sound problem solving skills
- demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships
- excellent time management skills and the ability to work on a flexible basis
- demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
- good computer skills
- understanding of educational pastoral care practices
- knowledge of educational systems in general to ensure smooth transitions between boarding and the School
Although a Duty of Care Certificate is preferred, applicants with boarding house experience will be considered. A full driver’s license and current first aid qualification is essential. Couples are welcome to apply.
Remuneration: Accommodation (spacious & modern three bedroom apartment) and meals (during term time). More remuneration details and a job description are available from the Director of Boarding on request.
Date of commencement: August 12th 2019
Further information: Please visit school website (www.nexus.edu.my)
Please send a detailed CV and letter application to Troy Looms - Director of Boarding
Email: looms.t@nexus.edu.my Phone: +60 3 889 02533
Applications close Monday January 7th 2019.
About Nexus International School Malaysia
- Nexus International School Malaysia
- No.1, Jalan Diplomatik 3/6, Presint 15
- Putrajaya
- 62050
- Malaysia
The Nexus International School brand was established in 2007 by Taylor’s Schools, with the first campus set up in Putrajaya, Malaysia. The Nexus brand was designed with 21st century learning in mind at every level of the school. The school occupies a purpose built campus and is well resourced.
Nexus International School Malaysia (NISM) provides quality education to 600+ international learners from Early Years to Year 13 through the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), IGCSE and IB Diploma Programme. 50% of the learners are Malaysians and the remaining are expatriates from 37 nationalities.
NISM has grown to earn an enviable reputation as an Apple Distinguished School and an IPC Mastering School. Nexus is CIS Accredited and has just undergone its 5 Year IB review in 2022. It has also achieved The Wellbeing Award for schools and the International Boarding School of the year from ABSA.
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