MATRON (RESIDENTIAL)

Matron’s place of work is Moredun House. A comfortable flat within the House is provided all year round which is rent and rates free. A nominal charge for utilities is made as a taxable benefit in kind. The start date for this role is Thursday, 28th August 2025. The remuneration package will be competitive and will, to an extent, depend on the experience of the successful candidate. Staff Benefits: In addition to being part of a great team you will be entitled to a range of benefits that include: • School holidays • Parking within the campus grounds. The campus is easily accessed by car and bus; there is a bus stop located outside the campus serving a number of routes across the city and to rail stations. • Membership of Westwoods gym and health club which offers a range of excellent fitness and leisure facilities including a 25m swimming pool. • Free lunchtime meals during term time, and at other times when catering is provided, and you are on duty. • Life insurance scheme. An opportunity has arisen for a Residential Matron to join Moredun Boarding House at Fettes College. Reporting directly to the Houseparent and working alongside the wider pastoral team, you will be required to fulfil several key responsibilities. Moredun is a boys’ boarding house for Third Form to Lower 6th. The Boarding House is run by the Houseparent who has overall responsibility for the health and welfare of the students in their charge. Along with the Assistant Houseparent and tutors, the Matron plays an important support role to the Houseparent in the day to day running of the House. Please see the full Job Description for duties and responsibilities for this role. Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential Communication skills must be exceptional Organised individual Domestic experience Skills and Attributes Computer-literate Regard for young people Friendly but firm manner You will ideally hold a recognisable Childcare or Social Care Qualification or be willing and able to obtain this within a given timeframe with our support. It is a requirement that Matron is registered/registers with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC), which will be done on joining. Continuing professional development will be encouraged and funds will be allocated to Matron for this purpose. #J-18808-Ljbffr