Required September 2023

28 hours per week, plus two overnight duties, term time only

St Lawrence College is an independent school for pupils aged 3 to 18 years, situated in Ramsgate, Kent. We are looking to recruit an Assistant Boarding House Parent to support our Junior School pupils. The 28 hour day and evening hours will be spread across Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, the overnight duties for which accommodation will be provided will be on Wednesday and Friday nights. In addition, various weekday evening and weekend daytime and evening shifts may be required on an ad-hoc basis when cover is required.

The successful applicant will work closely with the existing Boarding House staff to safeguard and promote the welfare of boarders and to act as a point of contact for parents, guardians and staff, they will provide pastoral care, guidance and advice as necessary and promote a homely, family feel within the boarding house, ensuring that the children feel safe and secure at all times. Under the guidance of the Head of Kirby Boarding they will plan and lead on a range of activities and excursions, ensuring the necessary risk assessment paperwork is completed, that records are made and pupils’ experiences are documented for social media channels.

The position would suit someone with previous experience of working with children in a boarding environment, although this is not essential, as full in house training will be provided.

What we offer: A competitive salary and generous benefits package which includes a stakeholder pension (Scottish Widows); healthcare (Benenden Health) (following qualification periods); employee assistance programme and use of school facilities such as the gym, sports centre, canteen for lunch; parking and a staff fee remission for pupils attending the College.

Applicants should complete the Staff Application Form, which can be accessed directly from our website: www.slcuk.com and send it via email to the HR Department: hr@slcuk.com

Closing Date: 11 June 2023

St Lawrence 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 willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers, prohibition orders and enhanced DBS Disclosure.