Graduate Boarding Assistant

Graduate Boarding Assistant 2026

Location:

On site, Westbury-on‑Trym BS9 3BA

Hours:

This is a full‑time role to be worked during term time plus 15 days during the holiday period. During the week, the Graduate Boarding Assistant will be entitled to be off duty for the equivalent of 48 hours, which includes a night when she may be away from school and away from the house.

The closing date for this position will be Friday 28th November. The interviews for this position will be held the first/second week of December. The start date for this position will be August 2026. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and the school reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made; applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.

We are looking for positive and empathetic Graduate Boarding Assistants to support the boarding team.

• To be resident within the house at all times during term time, excluding off duty time as outlined below.
• Ensure that the welfare, well‑being and safety of pupils is, at all times, paramount.
• Sleep overnight in her allocated accommodation in case of night‑time emergencies, excluding off duty time as outlined below.
• Ensure that when on duty the presence of boarders is checked individually and personally at times required and to report any unauthorised absence.
• Assist the resident staff in escorting girls to medical appointments, e.g. dentist, optician, and are expected to help with the escorting of girls to London by coach at exeat weekends and to and from the airport at the beginning and end of terms.

• Degree or equivalent qualification.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise confidently and sensitively with others.
• Previous experience of working with children or working in an educational environment would be desirable.

• Accommodation and meals are provided.
• Additional benefits: free onsite parking, use of the school gym and heated swimming pool (at designated times).
• Pension scheme membership (including life cover).

Applicants should be aware that all email communication with HR will be sent via E‑teach. We recommend that you check your emails and E‑teach account regularly.