At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support boarding shifts, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for students.
- Company: Join Westminster School, a vibrant community with a rich history and supportive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy discounted school fees, accommodation options, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Opportunities for professional development and a chance to be part of a close-knit community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with young people and strong leadership abilities are essential.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Permanent Part Time | 37.5 hours per week | 39 weeks per year
Westminster School is seeking experienced and capable people to join our Boarding community as Senior Boarding and Pastoral Supervisors. These are hands-on leadership positions responsible for leading allocated boarding shifts and ensuring our boarders receive consistent, safe and high-quality supervision and pastoral care.
Senior Boarding and Pastoral Supervisors provide day-to-day direction to staff on shift and are the first point of operational escalation, working closely with the Heads of Boarding. We have four permanent part-time opportunities available:
- Two (2) Senior Boarding and Pastoral Supervisor positions where you will live on site, with accommodation provided by the School.
- Two (2) Senior Boarding and Pastoral Supervisor positions where you will live off site, with overnight accommodation provided when rostered for on-call overnight shifts.
All permanent staff are eligible to receive discounted school fees if their child attends Westminster School.
About the role
As a Senior Boarding and Pastoral Supervisor, you will:
- Lead allocated boarding shifts and coordinate the safe and effective delivery of the shift.
- Provide practical direction, support and guidance to Boarding and Pastoral Supervisors.
- Coordinate student supervision, activities, routines and staff coverage.
- Be a visible and approachable presence within the Boarding House.
- Build strong and positive relationships with boarders.
- Respond to and escalate issues as necessary.
- Lead effective handovers between shifts and ensure accurate recording of relevant information.
- Act as the first operational escalation point for staff during allocated shifts.
- Support boarding activities, programs and student leadership opportunities.
- Work closely with the Heads of Boarding to maintain consistent standards and practices across the Boarding community.
About you
You will bring experience working with young people in a boarding, residential, education, youth or comparable care environment, together with the confidence to lead others in a busy and dynamic environment. You will be able to make sound decisions, prioritise student safety, coordinate staff and activities and provide calm and practical leadership when circumstances change. Ideally, you will also have experience supervising or leading rostered teams. Most importantly, you will be warm, approachable and fair, with a genuine commitment to creating an environment where boarders feel known, safe and supported.
Applicants will be required to hold or obtain relevant child protection clearances and training, including a current Working with Children Check, First Aid/CPR and RRHAN-EC certification.
If you are looking for an opportunity to combine pastoral care with practical leadership and make a meaningful contribution to the everyday experience of our boarders, we would love to hear from you.
A position description is available on our website under Careers www.westminster.school.
Senior Boarding and Pastoral Supervisor in City of Westminster employer: Westminster School
Westminster School is an exceptional employer that values innovation and professional growth, making it an ideal place for a Lead Endpoint Engineer. With a commitment to equality and diversity, the school fosters a supportive work culture where employees can thrive, alongside competitive benefits such as a generous pension scheme and opportunities for continuous learning. Located in the heart of London, this role not only offers a fulfilling career but also the chance to make a meaningful impact on the educational experience of students.
