Pastoral Assistant – Junior and Sixth Form Boarding
Cheltenham
Required from January 2027
Various part-time, residential opportunities available working up to 40 hours per week over 35 weeks per year predominately during school term time
Shift pattern which will include days, evenings and weekends and typically involves some overnight duties.
Salary £33,219 - £36,238 per annum (FTE) plus holiday pay based on 15.55% of the annual salary. Overnight shifts attract an additional allowance. Starting salary dependent on hours and overnights worked, skills, knowledge and experience.
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, show common sense and 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.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 27 November 2026
Interviews currently scheduled to be held Thursday 3 December 2026.
Applications will be considered as they are received so early applications are encouraged. 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.
Cheltenham Ladies' College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
