Boarding Houseparent / Head of Boarding

Terra Nova seeks to appoint a Boarding Houseparent to oversee and cultivate a positive, secure and happy environment for boarders at Terra Nova. For the right candidate, the responsibilities of Head of Boarding may be appropriate, bringing with it relevant remuneration. The Boarding Houseparent/Head of Boarding will work closely with the Deputy Head to implement the School's overall strategy for boarding. They will serve as the main point of contact for parents, colleagues and pupils for all day-to-day matters concerning boarding at Terra Nova, and will manage all Flexi and Weekly Boarding bookings. It is expected that the Boarding Houseparent/Head of Boarding will foster an atmosphere of inclusivity for all Flexi/Weekly boarders, creating a sense of 'home-away-from-home', while working to ensure that boarding at Terra Nova is both appealing to, and well-understood by, the parent and pupil communities.

The successful candidate will demonstrate an energy and passion for boarding that aligns with the School's ambition to build further upon this facet of the Terra Nova experience. Accommodation will be provided within the Boarding House free-of-charge in accordance with the responsibilities of the role.

In light of a Weekly/Flexi boarding model, this role carries up to a 0.5 teaching responsibility in a subject, or subjects, relevant to the successful candidate across the KS2 and KS3 age ranges. Any and all subject or Key Stage specialisms will be considered.

Boarding is a significant part of what makes Terra Nova a very special and unique place to work, to learn and to live. In amongst the historical surroundings of Jodrell House, boarders enjoy spacious accommodation that is supplemented by the School's 32-acre site featuring private woodland, sports facilities and pitches, a rifle shooting range, 6-hole golf course, swimming pool, meadow farm and a Performing Arts Centre.

To better understand the unique environment that is Terra Nova School, all applicants are strongly encouraged to visit our website, www.tnschool.co.uk prior to applying.

The closing date for applications is 10.00 am on Monday 13th May and interviews will be conducted the following week. However, we may interview and appoint prior to the closing date so welcome early applications. Please send any completed applications along with a cover letter addressed to the Headmistress to emma.kidston@tnschool.co.uk

If you have the skills to succeed in this role and are committed to the provision of a high-quality boarding experience then please apply today. We'd love to hear from you!

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. As part of this process, all successful applicants are required to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.