Residential Assistant Houseparent

Residential Assistant Houseparent

Start dates:
August 2026 or January 2027. Candidates should indicate preferred start date in their motivation letter.

Only EU, Swiss citizen or those possessing a Swiss B Permit can be considered.

This live‑in residential position requires the post holder to safeguard, support and ensure the safety of students in partnership with the Houseparent and House team.

• General residential support.
• Act as tutor for a small group of students, providing guidance in academic and pastoral areas.
• Support teaching or coaching staff in areas such as drama, music, sport, expeditions or other specialist interests.
• Assist the Houseparent in promoting welfare and security of students and the smooth running of the House.
• Work as part of the wider House team and perform residential and administrative duties.
• Weekday supervision and night duty as required.
• Weekend duties approximately 2 out of 3 weekends, with some tutor support over the weekend.
• Study supervision.
• Assist with the co‑curricular programme.
• Attend training and support meetings.
• Maintain medicine cabinet and medical records, administer prescribed medication on time.
• Any other duties reasonably required by the School.

Residential Assistant Houseparents work 4 afternoons and 2 evenings per week, with 2 weekends every 3 weeks. One weekday off per week. Example routine: 11:55‑12:05 handover; 11:55‑17:00 on duty; 16:15‑21:30 tutor & RAHP or HP; 21:30‑23:00 RAHP or HP; 23:00‑07:00 overnight call.

• Undertake any other task reasonably required by the Deputy School Director to assist in the smooth running of the team.
• Understand and implement all school policies, especially safeguarding and prudence codes.
• Understand and uphold the School’s Guiding Principles and ethos at all times.

All shortlisted applicants will undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post.