Head of Boarding at ADvTECH

Principal Accountabilities:

 Pastoral Care of the Boarders

• To ensure that there is adequate supervision of the boarding houses.
• To ensure that all staff act in accordance with and apply the school rules.
• To ensure that any complaints are dealt with promptly and reported appropriately.
• To ensure the successful induction of all new Boarders joining the house.
• To provide a sympathetic presence in the boarding house and to be sensitive to those who are having difficulties adapting to boarding life or school.
• To be responsible for the welfare and promote the happiness of Borders.
• To oversee everyday discipline of the girls and boys in the boarding houses in accordance with the Code of Conduct to ensure that all boarders are treated fairly and consistently.
• To initiate and participate in activities for the Boarders throughout the week and to facilitate the involvement of all Boarders and staff in Boarding and school activities.

 Operational Expertise & Resource Management

• Assuming responsibility for coordinating and managing the activity calendar for each year.
• Ensuring there is a stimulating and varied programme of Boarding, extra-curricular and weekend activities.
• Monitoring the health of the students in the Boarding House in conjunction with the school nurse/matron.
• Maintaining complete records of all activities involving Boarding House students, Health and Social Wellbeing issues and parent involvement.
• Administering and be responsible for all aspects of Student Boarding House life.
• Establish and maintain safety precautions within the Student Boarding House especially in relation to excursions off campus.
• Maintaining a database of student contact information and student academic and behavioural records as they relate to both the Student Boarding House and the school.
• Taking an active role in the Student Boarding House improvement initiatives.
• Raising the profile of the Student Boarding House through organising events and initiatives.
• Knowing both Student Boarding House and school policies and can answer everyday queries of parents.
• Helping in other areas of the school as directed.

 Administration

• To be aware and acknowledgeable of all Boarding Policies and standards and always put them into practice.
• To liaise with House parents and their assistants regarding Boarders’ trips and activities
• To ensure that all trips have been planned in accordance with Health and Safety and pupil, staff ratios.
• To organise transport and all meals as required during the week, weekend and holidays.
• To ensure all handbook and website details are up to date.
• To Collect and Collate information for the Boarders’ newsletter each month and to pass on to named individuals for publication.

Qualification

• Bachelor of Education. Administration degree also beneficial.

 Experience

• Teaching Qualification
• Three or more years’ experience as Boarding Manager
• Proficient in English and Afrikaans languages.