House Parent Part time Male - #2123838

Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Startdate:Aug -26
Reportto: Headsof House
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
House Parents are at the heart of our boarding community, combining warmth, flexibility, and initiative to foster a nurturing and inspiring environment. They are mentors, role models, and leaders who ensure students feel secure and supported while embracing opportunities for personal growth.
This dynamic role requires a proactive and positive approach, as House Parents lead by example-whether through participating in activities, encouraging students to discover their passions, or helping manage day-to-day operations of the boarding house. By setting the standard in enthusiasm and resilience, House Parents inspire students to thrive in all aspects of their lives.
K EY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pastoral Care: Act \"in loco parentis\" to ensure students' emotional, social, and physical well-being. Collaborate with the Counselling team and Health Centre to address individual needs??.Staying overnightin the boarding House when on duty is an expectation.
• Academic Tracking: Monitor students' academic progress, providing guidance and support to help them achieve their goals. Liaise with teachers to address concerns and celebrate achievements??.
• Community Leadership: Encourage teamwork, respect, and responsibility among boarders, instilling core values and promoting a positive house culture??.
• Activity Involvement: Actively engage in student activities to lead by example, inspiring students to pursue their interests and develop a balanced, passionate approach to life??.

• Operational Support: Oversee dailylogisticssuch as dining supervision, weekend activities, and occasional transportation, including driving students when required??.
• Communication: Maintainregular and open communication with parents, providing updates on their child's well-being, academic progress, and personal development??.
• Crisis Management: Respond to maintenance issues, medical emergencies, or missing students using established protocols???.
• Administrative Duties: Maintainaccuraterecords and ensure all administrative tasks are handled efficiently for the smooth running of the House??.
• Role Modeling: Exhibit empathy, patience, and cultural sensitivity to help students from diverse backgrounds integrate and thrive??.

S KILLS AND COMPETENCES

• Previousexperience working with children or young people.
  

• A proactive and positive mindset,demonstratingresilience and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
  

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage administrative tasks andmaintainaccuraterecords.