At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and care for talented young musicians in a vibrant boarding environment.
- Company: A prestigious school dedicated to nurturing gifted students.
- Benefits: Free accommodation, meals, and a competitive salary during term-time.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and involvement in exciting extracurricular activities.
- Why this job: Gain invaluable experience in pastoral care and teaching while enjoying a dynamic lifestyle.
- Qualifications: Recent graduates from any discipline, especially music or performance-related fields.
The predicted salary is between 29642 - 32542 £ per year.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a recent graduate of any discipline to gain valuable experience supporting and looking after some of the country's most gifted young musicians. This role would be the perfect first job for a graduate considering a career in teaching, pastoral care or working with young people in any other context. Extensive training will be given in all aspects of safeguarding, as well as around boarding and mental health first aid. We welcome applicants from any background (especially music and performance related disciplines) and will facilitate opportunities to gain experience working in a relevant curriculum area, if this is desired.
For example, recent music RGAs have joined ensembles and choirs, assisted music teachers and have even led major performances and projects in their spare time; sports graduates have led a full and varied range of recreational sports activities. We want our boarders to enjoy living here and we strive to provide outstanding pastoral care and support. Each of our three boarding houses is supervised by at least two residential staff. The successful candidate will support Houseparents with the day‑to‑day care of our boarders, overnight cover and will respond positively to the needs and interests of our students. They will play a significant part in ensuring that our young musicians are safe, happy and healthy and will be able to lead and facilitate a range of recreational activities for boarders.
If you are caring, people‑focused, enjoy the company of young people and think you would enjoy a busy residential lifestyle, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Responsibilities- Supervise, support and care for members of a designated boarding house and provide pastoral care to all students of the School as required.
- Organise, supervise and promote a range of social and recreational activities in the evenings and at weekends.
- Follow Health and Safety guidelines at all times and undertake Risk Assessments as required.
- Assist Houseparents with the day‑to‑day care of boarders.
- Support the smooth‑running of the boarding house by contributing to the duty rota.
- Up to three nights overnight 'on call' will be required per week.
- Be in residence for 48 hours prior to and after the end of each term to assist with the preparation and closing of the boarding house.
- Participate in school inset meetings.
- Contribute to the School's extra‑curricular and/or boarding provision.
- Assist occasionally at whole school events.
- Full‑time position during term‑time.
- This is a fixed‑term, one‑year contract with the possibility of extension by a year if both parties agree.
- Start date: 1st September 2026.
- Salary is £16,920 PA (£20,395 FTE).
- The post holder is required to live on site.
- Single accommodation is provided in a boarding house every day of the contract period.
- Accommodation (which may be shared) is provided free of rent, council tax and all utilities.
- Meals are available and are free of charge in the School dining room during term time.
- There is a six‑month probationary period, with notice of 4 weeks on either side, after which the post will be confirmed, with a notice period of one term.
- This post is subject to regular appraisal.
Resident Graduate Assistant in Bushey employer: Purcell
As a Resident Graduate Assistant, you will join a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing the talents of young musicians while gaining invaluable experience in pastoral care and education. Our supportive work culture prioritises professional development, offering extensive training in safeguarding and mental health, alongside opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities that enrich both your career and the lives of our students. With free accommodation and meals provided, this role not only allows you to make a meaningful impact but also ensures a rewarding living experience on campus.
