Job Description
Resident House Parent
St. Francis' College, Letchworth Garden City
Contract: Full Time, Permanent, All Year Round
Salary: £24,906.52 per annum
Start Date: 4th January 2027
St. Francis' College is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Resident House Parent to join our Boarding Team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in education, pastoral care, youth work or boarding, whilst making a meaningful difference to the lives of our students.
As a Resident House Parent, you will play a key role in supporting the welfare, personal development and academic success of our boarders. Working alongside the Head of Boarding and the wider boarding team, you will help create a safe, caring and nurturing environment where students can thrive both academically and socially.
Working Hours
This is a full-time, permanent, all year-round role, working 46 hours per week. The role includes evening, weekend and occasional overnight duties as part of the boarding rota. Flexibility is essential to meet the needs of the boarding house and students.
Key Responsibilities:
• Support the pastoral care and wellbeing of boarding students in line with National Minimum Standards for Boarding.
• Assist with the day-to-day operation of the boarding house, including morning routines, mealtimes, evening duties and overnight supervision when required.
• Supervise and support students during boarding time, weekends and selected activities throughout the school day.
• Encourage students in their academic studies, including supervised homework sessions.
• Organise and supervise weekend activities, trips and co-curricular opportunities.
• Liaise effectively with teaching staff, tutors and the boarding team to ensure students receive appropriate support.
• Maintain a positive, well-organised and disciplined boarding environment.
• Assist with boarding administration and record keeping.
• Support boarding house recruitment activities, including welcoming prospective students and families.
• Participate in Open Days, staff meetings, training and school events as required.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
• Is educated to degree level.
• Has experience working with young people.
• Is warm, approachable, patient and genuinely interested in supporting young people.
• Has excellent communication, organisational and teamwork skills.
• Can work independently, use initiative and remain calm under pressure.
• Is adaptable, resilient and willing to become fully involved in boarding school life.
• Has good IT skills, including confidence using Microsoft Office applications.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding, pastoral care and student welfare.
Previous experience within a boarding, residential or educational environment would be advantageous, as would safeguarding, mental health or first aid training.
What We Offer
• Salary of £24,906.52 per annum.
• Rent-free single accommodation within the boarding house.
• All utilities, council tax and associated accommodation costs covered.
• Meals provided during term time.
• Laundry service available during term time.
• A supportive and welcoming community environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A rewarding role with the opportunity to make a lasting impact on young people's lives.
To apply, please visit:
https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000001407
Closing date: 14th October 2026
The College reserves the right to close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications for the role. If you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Full Job description and person specification available upon request
Safeguarding Statement
St Francis' College is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks, including an exploration of any gaps in employment, receipt of two satisfactory references, and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).