Job Description

After School Boarding Assistant

Permanent Contract | Term-Time Only | Part-time (7.5 hours per week)

Closing date:

Sunday 2nd November 2025

Help create a warm, supportive home-from-home environment for our boarders

We're looking for a caring, proactive and people-focused After School Boarding Assistant to join our Boarding Team. This is a key role at the heart of our boarding community, supporting students at the end of their school day and helping to create a welcoming, nurturing and structured environment where young people feel safe, valued and inspired to thrive.

You'll work closely with our Heads of Boarding Houses and the Head of Boarding, ensuring the smooth running of daily routines and contributing to the positive atmosphere that defines boarding at Wellington School. From greeting pupils as they return from lessons to offering a listening ear or helping with evening activities, your presence will make a real difference to the lives of our students.

About the role

Reporting to the Head of Boarding, you'll take you'll take ownership of:

Welcoming students back to the house after the school day and supporting their transition into evening routines Helping to maintain a calm, inclusive and supportive atmosphere in the boarding house Building positive relationships with pupils, offering encouragement, guidance and a trusted adult presence Assisting with the coordination of after-school and evening activities Supporting with light administrative tasks and general house organisation Upholding the highest standards of safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing Working collaboratively with the boarding team to respond flexibly to daily needs and routines

You'll bring:

A warm, approachable and supportive manner, with the ability to build trust and rapport with young people Experience working with children or young people in a school, youth club, summer camp or similar environment (desirable but not essential) A calm, positive and adaptable attitude, with the ability to handle a variety of situations confidently and sensitively Excellent communication and teamwork skills A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children A genuine interest in supporting students to flourish and make the most of boarding life

Why Join Us:

As an After School Boarding Assistant, you'll become an integral part of a team that values kindness, inclusivity and community. You'll help shape the boarding experience for our pupils, ensuring every child feels supported and at home.

We offer:

Competitive salary for support staff, discussed at interview or on job offer Term time only, part-time hours (7.5 hours per week: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 3.30pm - 6.00pm) Contributory Pension Scheme Fee remission for children attending the School from Reception through Sixth Form Access to sports facilities (subject to availability) and free wellbeing classes such as Yoga and Football Access to staff wellbeing initiatives including the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Free on-site parking and participation in the Cycle to Work scheme Commitment to your professional development Opportunities to take part in regular staff social events
For more information or to arrange an informal conversation, please contact our HR team on 01823 668836 or email hr@wellington-school.org.uk

To apply, please submit an application form via the school website: https://www.wellington-school.org.uk/senior/information/job-vacancies/support-vacancies

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 12.85 per hour

Expected hours: 7.5 per week

Benefits:

Cycle to work scheme On-site gym On-site parking
Work Location: In person