Boarding House Matron/Pastoral Worker
Wymondham College, Wymondham, Norfolk, NR18 9SZThis job expired on 31 July 2023 – see similar jobs
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
31 July 2023 at 9am
Date listed
22 March 2023
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: The normal shifts are: • 1530hrs - 2330hrs = on duty (with a one hour break); • 2330hrs - 0630hrs = sleep-in/on call; • 0630hrs - 0900hrs = on duty. This post requires the post-holder to work: 4 nights a week, term-time only – Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- FTE £21,575 per annum
What skills and experience we're looking for
Reporting to the Head of House or the delegated representative, Boarding House Matrons (Pastoral Care Workers) provide pastoral care and supervision of students resident in Boarding Houses, during non-timetabled time. They also undertake housekeeping duties and provide initial medical support. Boarding House Matrons (Pastoral Care Workers) are required to support, promote and implement College and House policies and protocols.
Boarding House Matrons (Pastoral Care Workers) are required to stay in Boarding House communal areas during nominated hours of duty and sleep in official accommodation during silent hours, responding to calls/alarms, as appropriate in line with protocols. However, where necessary, with the authority of the House leader, Boarding House Matrons (Pastoral Care Workers) may be required to escort students off-site in exceptional circumstances. Boarding House Matrons (Pastoral Care Workers) are required to set an exemplary personal example in standard of dress, behaviour and personal hygiene.
The professional competencies expected of a Boarding House Matron are:
Empathy with young people aged 11-16;A pro-active approach to engaging young people in tasks/activities;The ability to maintain discipline and morale.
The qualifications and previous experience required for a Boarding House Matron are:
Some previous experience working with young people is desirable, but for the right candidate with a suitable personality, not essential;An understanding of the national requirements for keeping children safe in education will be expectedAn understanding of the national minimum standards required of boarding schools, in respect of the care of students will be expected*.
What the school offers its staff
Wymondham College has over 400 staff dedicated to supporting World Class education. The College currently is one of the top State Schools in the Country and is recognised as one of the highest performing State Schools in the East of England, this is backed up by its most recent Ofsted review which rated the College as outstanding in both Education and Boarding inspections.
The College is focused on providing outstanding quality to their students and staff not only in education but also through its provision of exceptional facilities and accommodation on site across its 83-acre campus.
This pastoral role assists the House leadership team with the care of both boarding and day students, with responsibility for the health and well-being of boarders.
All College staff enjoy a number of non-contractual benefits, including:
Free on-site car parkingDiscounts, reward cards & promo codes via our staff benefits platform24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme, at no cost to you.
Further details about the role
Download an application form at:https://bit.ly/3XaZiR9
Application closing date: Applications to be considered upon receipt; therefore, early applications are encouraged.
Interview date: to be confirmed.
To find out more about Wymondham College, go to www.wymondhamcollege.org or www.se-trust.org
Or contact the HR team on hr@setrust.co.uk / 01953 609012
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children: therefore, all applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
In accordance with the Department of Education’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education”, references will be sought on all short-listed candidates before interview.
Commitment to safeguarding
The post-holder will be required to comply with the Wymondham College Code of Conduct for Staff and Volunteers. Wymondham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
In accordance with the Department of Education’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education”, references will be sought on all short-listed candidates before interview.
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About Wymondham College
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- View all Secondaryjobs
- School size
- 1424 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- School website
- Wymondham College website (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- HR@setrust.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01953609012
Wymondham College is a member of the Sapientia Education Trust (SET). SET is an expanding multi-academy trust with 10 primary and 7 secondary schools. Wymondham College has over 400 staff dedicated to supporting World Class education. The College currently is one of the top State Schools in the Country and is recognised as one of the highest performing State Schools in the East of England, this is backed up by its most recent Ofsted review which rated the College as outstanding in both Education and Boarding inspections.
Arranging a visit to Wymondham College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email HR@setrust.co.uk.
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