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Houseparent

On-site in Madrid·Part-time·Added 6 days ago (last checked 22 Oct)

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Hours
20 hours a week
Work mode
On-site, Madrid
Contract
Part-time

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Skills

Requirements

Nice to have

  • Previous experience in boarding, pastoral care, youth work or education is desirable.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to remain calm and supportive.

  • A genuine interest in the wellbeing and development of young people.

  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, in line with boarding needs.

  • Commitment to safeguarding and to acting as a positive role model at all times.

  • Willingness to live on-site during term time (accommodation provided).

The role

Kings College School Soto de Viñuelas is seeking a dedicated and caring Houseparent to join our boarding community in Tenbury House, our Boarding House. This is a rewarding, demanding, and highly impactful role, central to the wellbeing and development of our boarders (Years 7-13).

The Houseparent leads the daily life of the House, ensuring a safe, supportive and structured environment where students thrive personally, academically, and socially. Working closely with the Head of Boarding and the House team, you will help shape a positive culture rooted in care, good behaviour, consistency and high expectations. (20 hours/week) flexible schedule: Monday to Friday, mornings

What you'll do

  • Oversee the House when on duty, ensuring policies and routines are followed.

  • Provide high-quality pastoral care, placing pupils' welfare, safety and personal development at the centre.

  • Maintain positive relationships with students, parents, staff and the wider boarding community.

  • Mentor a small number of boarders academically and support their progress.

  • Contribute to staff meetings, training sessions and effective communication within the team.

  • Promote good behaviour, discipline and adherence to school rules and the Code of Conduct.

  • Help organise and lead weekend and evening activities for boarders.

  • Support the smooth operation of House routines (wake-up, prep, sign-in/out, tidiness, uniform).

  • Uphold safeguarding, child protection and confidentiality requirements at all times.

  • Maintain a warm, caring and inclusive House culture where students feel at home.

About Inspired Education Group

Industry
Education

In their own words

About the company & team

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 14,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

Additional information

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com

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