Deputy Houseparent - Junior Boarding
Cheltenham
Full time, residential, term time only (35 weeks)
Required from January 2027
53 hours per week to include up to 4 overnight duties per week with single bedsit accommodation.
Shift pattern involving days, evenings and weekends.
Salary: Actual salary of £31,692 to £34,398 per annum (£40,749to £44,229 FTE) inclusive of holiday pay based on 15.55%. Starting salary depending on skills qualifications, and experience. In addition to the above salary you will be paid an overnight allowance of circa £4k.
At Cheltenham Ladies’ College, we aim to provide a strong support network for every one of our pupils. Around 650 students will board with us in one of our 10 Sixth Form and Junior Boarding Houses and your role will be at the heart of our pastoral care as you join one of the dedicated, professional teams working under the direction of a Houseparent.
In addition to looking after our students’ wellbeing, you will help with the day-to-day running of the house. You may have experience in a similar role, but it is not essential. We are interested in those who can demonstrate a genuine interest in the development and welfare of young people, have common sense, a flexible attitude and enjoy working as part of a team. Full training will be given.
College itself combines a rich heritage with an exciting future. Approximately 800 pupils from 50 countries across the world benefit from the knowledge and expertise gained over the last 170 years. Driven by innovation and challenge, we prepare our pupils to achieve their full potential in a complex and changing world.
To be considered for the role of Deputy Houseparent you will have the ability to supervise, encourage and motivate staff and to mentor and support pupils in the house. You will deputise for the Houseparent in their absence and will be responsible for assisting in the smooth running of the House together with coordinating and prioritising work schedules and delegating effectively to the team. Excellent administrative skills and the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships are a must and an academic background is desirable.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 2 October2026.
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 13 October2026.
Applications will be considered as they are received so early applications are encouraged and College reserves the right to appoint at any time in the process.
We welcome female applicants only as this is a girls’ boarding school. This is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with schedule 9, part 1 of the Equality Act.
To find out more and apply, please visit our vacancy page by clicking on Apply Now.
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