The Assistant House Parent role is primarily to support the work of the House Parent in taking responsibility for the overall care and welfare of all the pupils in the boarding house.
Their job is to assist in maintaining our high standard of care and ensuring the welfare, happiness, safety and health of all boarding pupils. The Assistant House Parent must have the ability to help create a stable working and pastoral environment.
A significant timetabled contribution (including at weekends) to other areas of College life is essential e.g. Games coaching and teams management, supporting The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme, College Cadet Force, Outdoor Pursuits, Co-curricular Arts. Specific training opportunities shall be provided for certain areas of responsibility and activity.
The Assistant House Parent will be line managed by the House Parent, who shall also conduct the Assistant House Parent’s annual appraisal and performance management review. Additionally, there is a close working relationship with the Playroom Leader who take overall day to day pastoral and academic responsibility for the pupils.
The postholder will contribute to and attend Playroom retreats, Masses and other aspects of the spiritual life of the College.