The Royal Alexandra and Albert School exists to give our children a distinctly different start in life, preparing them for the world with hope, optimism, compassion and empathy.
We are a co-educational, non-selective state boarding school, for boys and girls aged 7 – 18,. This is a boarding school with Flexi Boarding students attending from the local area and a lively community of around 400 Full Boarders,passionately involved in a wide range of after-school and weekend activities and trips.
Our Ofsted inspection of March 2024 states ”pupils are happy and well cared for at Royal Alexandra and Albert School. They benefit from positive relationships with staff across the school. Pupils feel safe, confident that if they report any concerns or worries they will be dealt with”.
We offer:
- Strong induction programme
- Accommodation and board
- A welcoming and inclusive work environment with a sense of community
- Attractive working environment set in 260 acres of beautiful parkland
- Ideal location to work and live, close to the A23 and M25
We are looking for an exceptional Head of House who can provide highly effective and innovative leadership of a boarding house. The individual will be directly responsible for the routine operation of the House and for the good order and discipline of the House at all times.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is passionate about high quality boarding provision
- Offers inspirational and caring support and guidance for young people
- Works collaboratively, asks questions and is keen to learn.
- Has boarding experience
- Has strong interpersonal skills
- Is flexible and adaptable, capable of managing the dynamic and varied responsibilities within the boarding house
- Is committed to safeguarding and promoting student welfare at all times
We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement
Please visit school website for information about the school and details on how to apply for the role: Job Vacancies – Royal Alexandra & Albert School
The Royal Alexandra and Albert School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post if successful, including an Enhanced DBS check. Staff must be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety regulations, security and confidentiality, reporting all concerns as appropriate. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
At The Royal Alexandra and Albert School we strive to be inclusive and value the positive impact of diversity and equality within our school. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, and particularly encourage those from ethnic minority groups who reflect the diversity, and varied cultural and ethnic backgrounds, of our student community / boarding community.
