The Role
The role of Housemistress at Moreton is a role like no other in education. It is one of the most demanding but profoundly rewarding jobs, offering the successful candidate the rare opportunity to have a real, tangible impact on the lives of the young people at Moreton Hall.
The Housemistress holds ultimate responsibility for the welfare, development, and pastoral progress of all students in the House, ensuring a safe, supportive, and aspirational environment. The primary function is pastoral leadership – acting as the chief caregiver, setting high expectations for staff and students, and visibly upholding the fundamental school values of Community, Kindness, and Aspiration.
The role requires strong operational management, ensuring strict compliance with the National Minimum Standards for boarding and the ISI regulatory requirements. Much of the success within the role depends on the individual bringing their personal energy and enthusiasm to create a vibrant, inclusive House community, as well as collaborating with the wider Housemistresses forum to constantly drive pastoral care forwards. Confident communication with parents/guardians and school staff is essential to secure the best student outcomes.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team, make an impression on students, and to make a contribution to school life. We are excited to hear from individuals who are keen to take their ideas and run with them to help ensure that our students are thriving.
This is a residential role, reporting to the Director of Boarding. The Housemistress is supported by an Assistant Housemistress, a House Assistant, and a team of House Tutors (evening 5-7pm duties). The Housemistress will be on duty during the working day Monday to Friday and will also do two nights during the week and every other weekend (Friday evening through until Monday morning), with a dedicated full 24 hours off weekly.
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How to Apply
Application forms are available on our website (www.moretonhall.org/vacancies) – please email completed application forms along with a covering letter (2 pages maximum) to hr@moretonhall.com. Interviews will include an opportunity to tour the School. Interested candidates are invited to contact HR (01691 773671), to arrange an informal discussion with the Director of Boarding prior to applying.
Moreton Hall is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Moreton Hall reserves the right to withdraw the job should a suitable candidate be found at any
time during the recruitment process.
