Deputy Houseparent - Boarding
Cheltenham
Full time, residential, term time only (35 weeks)
Required from September 2026
53 hours to include up to four overnight dutiesper week with single bedsit accommodation
Shift pattern involving days, evenings and weekends
Salary: Actual salary of £31,378to £34,022 per annum (£40,346to £43,745 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 allowance of approximately £4,000per annum for four overnight dutiesper term time week (34 weeks).
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 11 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 830 pupils from 40 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 12.30pm, 18 May 2026.
Interviews will be held on Thursday 21 May2026.
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.
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