Resident Assistant Housemistress/master (Pastoral)
Giggleswick School
Giggleswick School, Settle, North Yorkshire, BD24 0DE
- £24,000 - £31,000 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- Benefits include accommodation, pension and meals during term time.
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 7 June 2023
Job overview
Summary of the role
Giggleswick School is seeking to appoint a Resident Assistant Housemistress/master (Pastoral) (RAHM) to Catteral House, its combined Year 7 and 8 and Junior Boarding House. It is an excellent opportunity for an energetic, enthusiastic and well-qualified individual wishing to play a significant role within this lively co-educational boarding school environment. The position will be incredibly rewarding, but is one that requires patience, resilience and a keen eye for detail.
The ability to encourage high standards, develop a positive rapport with pupils and parents and maintain a calm and caring atmosphere is essential. Sound judgment, excellent communication skills and a good sense of humour will also be invaluable!
Primarily, the role involves the provision of direct support to pupils and staff, assisting with the management of all aspects of the health, welfare and pastoral care of pupils, adhering to relevant school policies at all times. The successful applicant will work closely with the Catteral Housemistress and the resident & non-resident tutors to ensure the smooth day to day running of the House. They will also liaise closely with the Domestic and Properties departments.
A commitment to the values and expectations of this boarding community and to the welfare of the pupils is a vital component of the job.
Catteral House
Catteral is the Boarding House for Year 7 and 8 boarders. It also houses a small, but growing, contingent of Junior Boarders in Years 4 to 6.
Boarders reside in small, open dormitories split between a girls’ and boys’ side of house. There are currently 87 pupils in Year 7 and 8 and around 20 or more boarders each night in the week, with fewer on weekends. The School has a very happy boarding community and offers comfortable and attractive accommodation as well as a wide range of activities and events organised both in and out of School.
Boarding Structure
Giggleswick has six ‘vertical’ senior boarding houses into which boarding (full and flexi) and day pupils in Year 9 to 13 are integrated. There are two girls’ houses of around 65 pupils (Carr and Style) and four smaller boys houses of around 40 pupils (Morrison, Nowell, Paley and Shute). From September 2024, Shute House will be merged with Nowell and Paley to create two larger boys’ houses of around 65-70 pupils each.
Year 6 pupils from the Junior School transition to Catteral House in Year 7. Year 8 pupils from Catteral House transition to one of the six senior houses at Year 9.
For details of the main duties & responsibilities associated with this role, please see the attached job description or visit the Opportunities page on our School website.
https://www.giggleswick.org.uk/contact-us/employment-opportunities
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About Giggleswick School
Our approach to education combines excellent academic achievement, ambition and strong self-belief, creating well–rounded individuals with a lifelong desire to learn. Learning does not stop at the classroom door and we believe in the benefits of participation across a wide range of activities. All of this happens across 215 acres of stunning countryside where you’ll find 500 years of heritage, exceptional modern facilities and a welcoming community. It’s the perfect environment to bring out the best in every child.
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