Boarding Matron (Fixed Term) at Reddam House Helderfontein

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Pastoral Care and Student Wellbeing 

• Build positive and supportive relationships with all boarders.
• Monitor student welfare and wellbeing.
• Provide pastoral support for personal, social, emotional and developmental needs.

Boarding Operations

• Oversee the daily operation of the co-educational boarding house.
• Supervise and support boarders during daily routines.
• Ensure appropriate supervision and pastoral care for boys and girls in line with school policies.

Parent Communication 

• Build strong relationships with parents and guardians.
• Communicate effectively regarding boarding, student welfare and pastoral matters.

Student Welfare and Daily Support 

• Maintain a visible and accessible presence throughout the school day and within the boarding environment.
• Support students with daily routines, organisation, wellbeing and pastoral needs.
• Coordinate medical appointments, medication and healthcare requirements in accordance with school policies.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Experience and Personal Attributes:

• Demonstrated experience providing pastoral care and student support within a school, boarding or residential environment.
• Ability to establish trusting relationships with adolescents while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection and student wellbeing practices.
• Willingness to participate fully in the life of a busy boarding community.