Boarding Houseparent (Girls Boarding House) Location : Stoke D'Abernon, Cobham Salary: £35,000 per annum (depending on experience) The School is a world-leading specialist music school set in beautiful rural Surrey. They strive to promote a collegiate working environment with a strong sense of community. Staff and pupils are on first name terms, and all staff are encouraged to take an active part in the broader life of the school. Founded in 1963 by the world-renowned violinist and educator, the school provides a place for musically gifted children from around the world to develop their talents to the highest level within a stimulating academic environment. It was accorded the status of Centre for Excellence in the Performing Arts in 1973 and has a global reputation as one of the worlds leading music schools. Todays school provides a holistic education for around 90 exceptional pupils aged from 9 to 19, with specialist tuition on the stringed instruments, piano, classical guitar, harp and composition. Pupils split their time between their academic and musical studies and are given many opportunities to perform in front of an audience. Concerts take place regularly in The Menuhin Hall, but also in local state schools, care homes and churches, carrying on Menuhins belief in the importance of giving back to the community. The Role The School are looking for a Boarding Houseparent starting from September 2025. The Boarding Houseparent plays a key role in the life of this specialist music school where the provision of warm and supportive pastoral care is a vital and indispensable element of the Schools atmosphere and ethos. A sense of humour is essential, as is an interest in the performing arts and empathy with the concerns and issues which affect the lives of young musicians. The Boarding Houseparent is responsible for the smooth running of the House and for the wellbeing and happiness of its pupils. Reporting to and managed by the Head, she/he is supported by Assistant House staff. You will also be responsible for contributing to school life in other ways, through teaching, administration etc. The hours are flexible according to the boarding duty rota. You will receive 2 days off per week. Benefits A very generous pension contributing 13.5% every month, with the employee contributing at least 6%. Free School lunch during term times. Free parking. Use of the Schools swimming pool when available. Free lunchtime concerts. Discounted tickets to other school events. Counselling services. Life Assurance A health cash plan provided by Medicash. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable School, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application. The School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children. The School is registered with the DBS and successful applicants will be required to complete successfully the Disclosure Procedure at Enhanced level. It is an offence for a person barred from working with children to apply for this post. The School is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. ADZN1_UKTJ