Female House Parent at Mabest Academy

At Mabest Academy, we pride ourselves on providing an exceptional educational experience that prepares our students for success in their future careers and beyond. We believe in nurturing each child's potential while instilling values that will guide them throughout their lives.Mabest Academy is home to both Mabest Elementary and Mabest Academy, offering a seamless educational journey from early childhood to high school.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Female House Parent

Location: Akure, Ondo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Female House Parent is responsible for the welfare, supervision, and support of female boarders, ensuring a safe, secure, and nurturing environment that promotes personal, social, and academic development in line with the school's values and policies.
• Additionally, the role includes administrative duties during school hours.

Key Responsibilities
Student Welfare and Pastoral Care:

• Provide a supportive and caring environment for all female boarders.
• Act as the first point of contact for students with personal or academic concerns.
• Monitor the physical and emotional well-being of boarders and report any concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Encourage positive behavior and handle disciplinary issues in accordance with school policies.

Supervision and Safety:

• Ensure the safety and security of boarders at all times, including during night and weekend duties.
• Conduct regular checks and patrols of the boarding house.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, incidents, and health issues.

Daily Routine Management:

• Oversee the daily routines of boarders, including wake-up calls, meal times, study periods, and bedtime routines.
• Ensure boarders adhere to the school's timetable and attend all required activities.
• Organize and supervise recreational and social activities within the boarding house.

Communication and Liaison:

• Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and school staff regarding students' welfare and progress.
• Attend regular meetings with boarding staff and contribute to the development of boarding policies and practices.
• Provide reports on student progress and any issues that arise within the boarding house.

Housekeeping and Maintenance:

• Ensure the boarding house is clean, tidy, and well-maintained.
• Report any maintenance issues promptly to the facilities team.
• Manage the distribution and care of boarding house equipment and supplies.

Administrative Duties (During School Hours):

• Help organize and manage school events and activities related to the students.

Personal Development and Training:

• Participate in ongoing professional development and training programs.
• Stay informed about best practices in boarding house management and student welfare.

Person Specification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• 5 - 8 years of experience in a pastoral or supervisory role, preferably in an educational setting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and administrative software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Growth mindset and willingness to learn.
• Emotional intelligence and ability to manage interpersonal relationships.

Application Closing Date
31st May, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Application to: [email protected] or [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.