House Parent

3 weeks ago

Oxford, United Kingdom Summer Boarding Courses Full time

**About The Role**:
SBC House Parents take an integral role in the pastoral care of students, with responsibility for the day-to-day running of a boarding house and the safety and welfare of the students within it. House Parents take the lead in the boarding houses, managing a small team of staff to create a welcoming, positive, and vibrant community. It is also integral that House Parents are responsive to the individual and collective needs of students.

Main Duties:

- Managing pastoral staff in your boarding house to support, supervise and account for all students through the daily routine to include:

- Take overall responsibility for the welfare & wellbeing of all students in your house
- Attend daily House Parent meetings with managers
- Support managers by being on duty during all designated mealtimes and break times, ensuring appropriate standards of student behaviour and supervising student welfare at all times.
- Ensure houses are kept safe and clean and oversee students boarding routines.
- Develop a strong house identity & community
- Induct staff members to the workings of the boarding house
- Take a key role during arrival and departure days
- Take a role within the weekly excursion programme:

- Attend pre-course House Parent training & complete a First Aid course (arranged by SBC) to act as a school First Aider
- Be committed to the safeguarding and welfare of students in your care
- Adhere to all Health and Safety measures (including COVID safety measures, risk assessments and other policies and procedures)

Please consider the attached Job Descriptions for our **House Parent **position for a more extensive list of the responsibilities of a House Parent at one of our sites.

We also have House Parent roles available at our other Summer School sites

Canford 04/07/2023 - 14/08/2023

Twyford 11/07/2023 -12/08/2023
- (Shorter contracts may be possible)_

**About You**:
All members of staff employed by SBC will be expected to bring certain key qualities to the operation. There must be a professional interest in working with young people and particularly international children. Safety and welfare of the students is of paramount importance at SBC and a practical enforcing of this belief should be a quality exhibited by all staff.

We look for staff who are:

- Approachable & empathic to the needs of students
- Enthusiastic & engaging
- Diplomatic, responsible & motivated
- Flexible within the summer school environment
- Although House Parents are not required to teach the English language lessons, we do expect them to be able to communicate effectively with our students, using an appropriate level of language to suit the group. _House Parents_ must demonstrate patience, empathy and an emotional awareness towards students both individually and in within a group setting. We expect _House Parents_ to take control of students and to manage discipline and behavioural issues in a firm, positive and constructive manner._

**Experience Required**

**Essential**
- Experience working with children in a professional & residential capacity
- Strong communication skills, ability to work under pressure, flexibility
- Ability to take control of & lead a group of children on activities & during excursions
- Strong organisational skills

**Desirable**
- Experience of residential international summer schools
- Experience of the UK boarding environment
- Experience of working within the education sector

**About Us**:
Since 2009, SBC International (SBC) has welcomed Young Learners, aged between 8 and 17 years old, from **151 different countries** to study our courses in some of the most prestigious academic institutions in the UK, including Eton College and Oxford University.

SBC is committed to providing our students with an exceptional experience. To create the global citizens of tomorrow, we guarantee a truly multinational learning environment which encourages cross-cultural learning, collaboration and friendship.

SBC is the first, and currently only, summer school provider in the UK to have achieved a perfect 15 Areas of Strength in a British Council inspection. In the EL Gazette ranking tables for UK Junior Courses, SBC has been ranked Number 1 in 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021. We are very proud of this achievement and will continue to grow and develop our courses to offer students extraordinary experiences.

Whilst international travel restrictions have been in place, we have worked closely with a number of boarding schools to provide holiday courses for their students who have been unable to return home. We look forward to utilising this experience to provide a safe, secure, and enjoyable experience for all of our students and staff in the coming year.

**Ways we support our House Parents**:

- Fully paid DBS check
- Paid attendance of a recognised First Aid Qualification course
- Extensive, paid, on-site training prior to student arrival
- All meals and accommodation included
- CPD and Appraisals
- Staff Wel

  • House Parent

    4 weeks ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Nord Anglia Education Full time

    **Date**:19 Apr 2024**Location**:Oxford, GB**Job ID**:2413**School**:Oxford Sixth Form College**Company**:Nord Anglia Education- Job Description **House Parent**Our focus is upon finding someone who share our college values and can successfully fulfil the requirements of the job description. - The post holder will work 4 days on 4 days off, 8am to 8pm with...

  • Head of House

    1 month ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Nord Anglia Education Full time

    We are seeking to appoint two Heads of House for our boarding accommodation to join us in September 2023. This is an exciting opportunity to join our boarding team at a time of growth and development. **Role overview** Heads of House (previously referred to as Houseparents) are responsible, in a pastoral and practical sense, for all aspects of the running...

  • Band 5 Play Specialist

    1 month ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Helen & Douglas House Full time

    Would you like to capture treasured memories and make wishes happen for babies, children and young people in a role that will make a real difference to their lives? If so, we invite you to join our multi-disciplinary team as a Play Specialist! There is no ‘one size fits all’ in play therapy and the Play Specialist will base their work activities around...

  • Front of House Supervisor

    1 week ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Bodleian Libraries Full time

    About the roleAre you the Bodleian Libraries’ next Front of House Supervisor?The Tours and Visitor Experience department is looking for a dynamic and driven individual to help lead a high achieving team of Visitor Hosts to deliver a world class service for every visitor.Striving to give visitors a memorable experience, you will be proactive, personable,...

  • Front of House Supervisor

    2 weeks ago

    Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom University of Oxford Full time

    About the roleAre you the Bodleian Libraries' next Front of House Supervisor?The Tours and Visitor Experience department is looking for a driven individual to help lead a high achieving team of Visitor Hosts to deliver a world class service for every visitor.Striving to give visitors a memorable experience, you will be proactive, personable, and an excellent...

  • Front of House Visitor Host

    2 weeks ago

    Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom University of Oxford Full time

    About the roleAre you a driven individual who is passionate about bringing history to life?The Bodleian Libraries is looking for two enthusiastic team players interested in delivering exemplary customer service to join our dedicated Front of House team. As a Visitor Host, you will work with a diverse range of people from varied backgrounds, delivering a...

  • Front of House Visitor Host

    1 week ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Bodleian Libraries Full time

    About the roleAre you a driven individual who is passionate about bringing history to life?The Bodleian Libraries is looking for two enthusiastic team players interested in delivering exemplary customer service to join our dedicated Front of House team. As a Visitor Host, you will work with a diverse range of people from varied backgrounds, delivering a...

  • Graduate Boarding Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Dragonschool Full time

    Graduate Boarding Assistant - September 2024 Applicants must be 20 years plus Dragon School is seeking to appoint a number of Graduate Boarding Assistants to work in one of our nine boarding houses for the 2024/25 Academic Year. The roles are appointed on the basis of a one-year fixed term contract. There may however be the option to extend this. Graduate...

  • Graduate Boarding Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Dragonschool Full time

    Graduate Boarding Assistant - 20 yrs of age Dragon School has an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Boarding Assistant to join the team. Dragon School is seeking to appoint a number of Graduate Boarding Assistants to work in one of our nine boarding houses. The roles are appointed on the basis of a one-year fixed term contract. There may however be the...

  • Finance Administrator

    1 week ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom University of Oxford Full time

    Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford The Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences (NDPCHS) is looking for a professional, friendly and customer-focused individual to join our busy departmental finance team that supports our world leading researchers and students. The Finance...

  • Saturday Sales Consultant

    1 week ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Leaders Romans Group Full time

    **Job Title**:Saturday Sales Consultant **Location**:Headington **Brand**: Scott Fraser **Salary**: £16 per hour **Hours**: Saturday 9am to 4pm **About **Scott Fraser**: Scott Fraser as part of the Leaders Romans Group, is Oxford’s leading estate agency specializing in residential sales, lettings and property management. With a history rooted in...

  • Finance Administrator

    1 month ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom University of Oxford Full time

    The Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences (NDPCHS) is looking for a professional, friendly and customer-focused individual to join our busy departmental finance team that supports our world leading researchers and students. The Finance Administrator plays a key role processing a range of financial transactions relating to purchasing, accounts...

  • Gardener

    1 month ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom University of Oxford Full time

    **Job Title**: Gardener **Department**: Estates Services - Parks Department **Grade & Salary**: Grade 3 - £22,681 - £25,138 **Location**: South Lodge, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3RF **Contract Type**: Permanent **Hours**: Full Time (36.5 hours per week) **About Us** The University of Oxford's Estates Services oversees the management and strategic...

  • Finance Administrator

    4 weeks ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom University of Oxford Full time

    The Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences (NDPCHS) is looking for a professional, friendly and customer-focused individual to join our busy departmental finance team that supports our world leading researchers and students. The Finance Administrator plays a key role processing a range of financial transactions relating to purchasing, accounts...

  • Part-time School Receptionist

    1 month ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Summer Fields School Trust Ltd Full time

    **JOB DESCRIPTION** **Job Title: Part-time School Receptionist (Job Share)** **Reporting to: School Office Manager** **Purpose of the Job** To ensure the smooth running of the reception during the week to provide a professional front - line service and a prompt and courteous response to all enquiries. To deal effectively and efficiently with an...

  • Part-time School Receptionist

    4 weeks ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Summer Fields School Trust Ltd Full time

    **JOB DESCRIPTION** **Job Title: Part-time School Receptionist (Job Share)** **Reporting to: School Office Manager** **Purpose of the Job** To ensure the smooth running of the reception during the week to provide a professional front-line service and a prompt and courteous response to all enquiries. To deal effectively and efficiently with an extensive...

  • Paediatric Diabetes Specialist Dietitian

    1 month ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    To have responsibility for providing a comprehensive dietetic service to paediatric diabetes patients treated within the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust (OUHT) at the Children’s Hospital, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, and in Transition Clinics at OCDEM, Churchill Hospital, Oxford. This involves working as an integral member of both the Dietetic...

  • Senior Library Assistant

    10 hours ago

    Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom University of Oxford Full time

    About the roleWe are looking for an enthusiastic, customer service focused Senior Library Assistant to work at the Vere Harmsworth Library in the Rothermere American Institute, assisting readers in their use of the library. The Vere Harmsworth Library houses the University's principal research collection relating to the history of the United States, the...