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Assistant Houseparent
- Organisation: Wychwood School
- Location: Oxfordshire
- Salary info £22,500.00 per annum
- Tenure: Full-time
- Closing Date: Friday 15 May 2026
Wychwood School is seeking a dedicated and empathetic Assistant House Parent to help cultivate a supportive "home away from home" for our boarding community.
Wychwood School is seeking a dedicated and empathetic Assistant House Parent to help cultivate a supportive "home away from home" for our boarding community. We are looking for someone who can bring energy and warmth to the boarding house, fostering not only a safe environment but a genuine sense of belonging, resilience, and personal growth.
In this role, you will be a vital part of a pastoral team that values innovation and the holistic success of every pupil. You will support the daily lives of our boarders, ensuring their wellbeing is at the heart of the boarding experience while inspiring confidence and independence through active mentorship.
Why Wychwood, Why Now?
This is a pivotal moment to join Wychwood. Due to exciting expansion plans, we are growing our community and enhancing our academic facilities. We are looking for a forward-thinking teacher who shares our vision for excellence and wants to be part of a school during a period of significant development.
At Wychwood, you are not just a face in a faculty; you are a key player in a school that is actively shaping its future.
Please see the full job description to find out more about the role, including specific duties and person specifications.
Equal Opportunities
Wychwood is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.
We are committed to providing an accessible environment for all candidates. If you need adjustments due to a disability or neurodiversity (such as alternative interview formats or sensory considerations), please let us know.
How to Apply
Please note that as part of our commitment to Safer Recruitment, we cannot accept CVs in isolation. To be considered for this role, all candidates must complete the official application form attached to this advert.
This process ensures we maintain the highest standards of safeguarding and consistent fair-selection criteria for all applicants.
Please be aware that Wychwood School reserves the right to interview on receipt of applications and appoint prior to the published closing date. Therefore, early application is recommended.
Wychwood School is seeking a dedicated and empathetic Assistant House Parent to help cultivate a supportive "home away from home" for our boarding community.
Description
Wychwood School is seeking a dedicated and empathetic Assistant House Parent to help cultivate a supportive "home away from home" for our boarding community. We are looking for someone who can bring energy and warmth to the boarding house, fostering not only a safe environment but a genuine sense of belonging, resilience, and personal growth.
In this role, you will be a vital part of a pastoral team that values innovation and the holistic success of every pupil. You will support the daily lives of our boarders, ensuring their wellbeing is at the heart of the boarding experience while inspiring confidence and independence through active mentorship.
Why Wychwood, Why Now?
This is a pivotal moment to join Wychwood. Due to exciting expansion plans, we are growing our community and enhancing our academic facilities. We are looking for a forward-thinking teacher who shares our vision for excellence and wants to be part of a school during a period of significant development.
At Wychwood, you are not just a face in a faculty; you are a key player in a school that is actively shaping its future.
Please see the full job description to find out more about the role, including specific duties and person specifications.
Equal Opportunities
Wychwood is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.
We are committed to providing an accessible environment for all candidates. If you need adjustments due to a disability or neurodiversity (such as alternative interview formats or sensory considerations), please let us know.
How to Apply
Please note that as part of our commitment to Safer Recruitment, we cannot accept CVs in isolation. To be considered for this role, all candidates must complete the official application form attached to this advert.
This process ensures we maintain the highest standards of safeguarding and consistent fair-selection criteria for all applicants.
Please be aware that Wychwood School reserves the right to interview on receipt of applications and appoint prior to the published closing date. Therefore, early application is recommended.
