Boarding Home Resident Tutor - Yago School Málaga
13 hours ago
Seville
We are looking for several proactive and committed Resident Tutors to join our Boarding team. Working closely with the Head of Boarding, School Tutors and fellow Resident Tutors, you will play a key role in providing pastoral care, supervision and day-to-day support to our boarders, helping to create a safe, welcoming and supportive boarding environment. Compruebe que cumple con los requisitos de habilidades para este puesto, así como con la experiencia asociada, y luego envíe su CV a continuación. Resident Tutors are responsible for leading boarding house life during their shifts, supporting students' wellbeing and personal development, and ensuring they are safe, well cared for and fully prepared for school life. We are currently recruiting for multiple permanent positions, including: • Monday to Friday Resident Tutors, • Weekend Resident Tutors Fluent English is essential, as English is the primary language of communication within the boarding community. We are looking for enthusiastic, approachable and responsible individuals who are passionate about working with young people in an international boarding environment. Key responsibilitiesPastoral care and student welfare Support the Head of Boarding in the pastoral welfare, care, supervision and presentation of students in the Boarding. Be a consistent pastoral point of contact for students, conducting regular check-ins and offering a supportive and approachable presence in English. Ensure students are prepared for each school day and activities, with appropriate kit and clothing. Liaise closely with the Head of Boarding, nursing staff and relevant teachers on domestic, welfare and medical matters, communicating effectively in English. Contribute to induction and settling-in arrangements for new boarders and escalate any concerns to the Head of Boarding. Running the House Lead the evenings during the week, taking responsibility for evening activities and the smooth running of the House during that time. Provide cover in the Boarding during periods of staff illness or absence. Support the creation of a positive boarding community, including pastoral programmes, routines and standards, ensuring effective communication in English at all times. Compliance, safeguarding and professional duties Be familiar with and adhere to Yago School’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and related procedures. Attend boarding staff meetings as required and undertake any training deemed necessary. Familiarise yourself with boarding best practice and applicable standards, ensuring compliance. Support the school’s health and safety, anti-bullying and behaviour policies, and carry out any additional duties as requested by the Head of Boarding or Head of School. Person specification / requirements Qualifications: • Qualified teacher status (or internationally recognised equivalent) — e.g., relevant bachelor’s degree plus PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification., • Evidence of continuing professional development. Experience & skills • Substantial classroom experience in a strong school environment; experience of pastoral or boarding roles highly desirable., • Familiarity with international curriculum (IB PYP/MYP/DP advantageous) and a commitment to student-centred pedagogies., • Strong pastoral sensitivity and the ability to build positive relationships with students and families., • Excellent communication skills in English (fluency required); proficiency in Spanish is highly desirable., • Comfortable working with students for whom English is an additional language., • Digital literacy and willingness to use the school’s digital platforms in everyday practice. Personal attributes • A genuine passion for boarding education and the holistic development of young people., • Resilient, solution-focused and flexible approach; willing to get involved wherever needed., • High level of professionalism, discretion and commitment to the wellbeing of students., • Ability to work as part of a team and to lead activities independently. Safeguarding & checks • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. xcskxlj, • Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and a clean background check (international police checks where applicable) and any other pre-employment checks required by Spanish regulation and school policy.