Highfield and Brookham School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Houseparent to lead one of our Boarding Houses from September 2026. This may be the Housemaster for the Boys House or the Housemistress for the Girls House. This is an exceptional opportunity for individuals who are passionate about boarding education and committed to the pastoral care and development of young people.
The Role
As Houseparent, you will hold responsibility for the welfare, pastoral care, and daily life of the boarders from Years 4 to 8. You will play a central role in shaping a warm, structured, and nurturing boarding environment. You will hold responsibility for the welfare, pastoral care, supervision and day-to-day operation of your Boarding House. You will work collaboratively to ensure consistency and high standards across boarding and to act as advocates for boarding within the wider school community.
Boarding at Highfield provides a warm, structured and family-style home where pupils feel safe, known and valued. Clear routines, high expectations and strong relationships underpin daily life, alongside fun, shared experiences and a strong sense of belonging. Pupil voice and close partnership with families are central to the boarding experience.
The Houseparents provide visible, calm and reassuring leadership within their Boarding House. The role ensures excellent pastoral care, effective supervision, consistent routines and strong communication with parents, while maintaining boarding practice that meets required standards and supports pupils’ wellbeing, independence and development.
The role requires familiarity with the National Minimum Standards for Boarding Schools and accountability for ensuring that daily boarding practice meets these standards.
The Houseparent role will be combined with teaching, so the successful candidate should be qualified to teach. Appropriate timetable remission will be provided.
About You
We are looking for candidates with:
- Experience working in a boarding environment
- Sound knowledge of the National Minimum Standards for Boarding Schools
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- A genuine commitment to the pastoral development of young people
- Resilience and a flexible approach to embrace the demands of a senior residential role
Accommodation & Benefits
This is a residential position, offering an excellent remuneration package and family accommodation.
How to Apply
An application form and full details of the role can be found on the school website https://highfieldandbrookham.co.uk/about/careers/
A letter of application and completed application form including the names and addresses of two referees should be sent to: HR Manger, Highfield and Brookham School, Highfield Lane, Liphook, Hampshire, GU30 7LQ.
In your letter of application, please include details of subjects you have experience of teaching up to Key Stage 3.
Email applications should be sent to recruitment@highfieldandbrookham.co.uk
Closing Date for Applications: Wednesday 18th March with interviews week commencing 23rd March
We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
Safer Recruitment: We are an I.A.P.S. co-educational Boarding and Day Pre-Prep and Prep School for pupils aged 2 to 13. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants are expected to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service and the Employer Online Service regarding prohibition orders issued by the Secretary of State. Highfield and Brookham School is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
