Houseparent - Boys' Residence

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To create a safe, nurturing, and structured living environment for boys residing in the school’s boarding facility. The Houseparent serves as a mentor, caregiver, and role model, ensuring students' well-being, emotional development, and academic support in alignment with the school’s values and expectations.

Key Responsibilities:Student Welfare & Supervision

• Provide daily pastoral care, emotional support, and supervision to boys in the boarding house.
• Ensure a safe and disciplined environment through consistent routines, positive reinforcement, and respectful relationships.
• Monitor health, hygiene, and general well-being; liaise with the school nurse, counsellors, and leadership as needed.
• Encourage a balanced lifestyle including academics, recreation, and rest.

Pastoral & Behavioural Guidance

• Act as a trusted adult and mentor to students, helping them navigate personal, social, and academic challenges.
• Promote respectful behavior, empathy, and conflict resolution among residents.
• Address disciplinary matters promptly and in accordance with school policies.

Daily Operations

• Oversee daily routines including wake-up, meals, prep time, evening activities, and lights-out.
• Maintain attendance records, student logs, and incident reports.
• Conduct regular room inspections and ensure cleanliness and order in shared spaces.
• Coordinate with housekeeping and maintenance teams to ensure the living environment is safe and well-maintained.

Parental Communication & Coordination

• Maintain regular communication with parents regarding student welfare and development.
• Support new students during their transition into residential life and help maintain a sense of community and belonging.
• Collaborate with academic staff to support students’ academic performance and discipline.

Emergency Response & Safeguarding

• Respond effectively to emergencies, including illness, injury, or safety concerns, following school protocols.
• Uphold and implement the school’s safeguarding and child protection policies.

Community & Enrichment

• Organize and supervise evening and weekend activities, fostering a strong boarding house culture.
• Celebrate student birthdays, festivals, and achievements to build a sense of home and community.
• Promote values of independence, responsibility, and mutual respect.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• Residential pastoral care or boarding experience preferred.
• Child protection and safeguarding training (or willingness to undertake it).

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience working with adolescents in a residential or educational setting.
• Experience in dealing with teenage boys, including behavioural management and mentoring.

Skills & Attributes

• Compassionate, patient, and firm leadership style.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to set boundaries while building meaningful rapport with students.
• Culturally sensitive and committed to diversity and inclusion.
• High levels of responsibility, integrity, and discretion.

Desirable:

• Experience in organizing recreational, wellness, or co-curricular activities.
• Familiarity with international education systems and boarding school cultures.
• First-aid certification and/or mental health first-aid training.

How to Apply

To apply for the position of Houseparent – Boys’ Residence at Sancta Maria International School, please submit a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references to apply.hr@sanctamaria.co.in. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.