At a Glance
- Tasks: Support young people in their personal and social development within a vibrant boarding environment.
- Company: Join Wymondham College Prep School, part of the expanding Sapientia Education Trust.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, holiday pay, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Flexible bank position with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Be a role model and inspire students while enjoying a fun and dynamic work atmosphere.
- Qualifications: Good literacy and numeracy skills; experience with young people is a plus.
Location: Wymondham
Salary: Scale Point 5 FTE £26,427, Hourly Rate £13.70 plus holiday pay
Vacancy Type: Bank
Wymondham College Prep School opened in September 2020 on the site of Wymondham College, with two Reception classes, a total of 60 pupils. In September 2021 we opened our doors to our new Prep School building, as well as our new boarding facilities, Underwood Hall. We believe that every child deserves to love their time at school and to remember it fondly. To facilitate this, we are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, inspiring and well-organised Deputy Boarding House Manager to join our richly rewarding school and boarding house.
THE POST
Reporting to the Head of Boarding and Assistant Head - Pastoral, a Non-Resident Boarding Assistant (NRBA) is an integral part of the Prep School’s boarding house team, primarily providing quality care and pastoral support to our young people in the boarding houses. This NRBA post is on a bank basis and reallocated annually to new staff and volunteers who wish to continue, based on availability of duties for volunteers (once mandatory duties are filled) and previous performance in role.
Wymondham College Prep School is a member of the Sapientia Education Trust (SET). SET is an expanding education Trust with 12 Primary and 9 Secondary schools.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
- The ability to communicate clearly and tactfully using appropriate methods and an awareness of the impact of your own communication on others;
- Able to maintain positive relationships with all and able to work as an effective and flexible part of a team; willing to change methods of work and routines to benefit the team;
- Willingness to accept responsibility for your own actions; the ability to prioritise effectively, meet deadlines and accept challenges.
- Be able to multi-task and work under pressure.
The personal competencies expected of a Non-Resident Boarding Assistant are:
- Be enthusiastic and keen to work with young people in assisting them with their personal and social development;
- Have a keen sense of humour;
- Be energetic, flexible and positive;
- Be imaginative, articulate, adaptable and keen to make a difference;
- Act professionally and as a role model for our students when on site.
The qualifications and previous experience required are:
- A good level of literacy and numeracy
- For existing staff, experience in a relevant role within the Prep School;
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Sapientia Education Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Locations
Non-Resident Boarding Assistant in Norfolk, Wymondham employer: Sapientia Education Trust
Stradbroke High School is an outstanding employer that fosters a supportive and family-like atmosphere, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful work in education. With a commitment to professional development and a focus on high educational standards, employees benefit from a rich curriculum and extensive extracurricular opportunities, all while contributing to the personal growth of students in a vibrant community. Join us in our mission to deliver world-class education and make a real difference in the lives of young people.
