To apply for this vacancy, please submit an application form through the Royal Ballet School website - https://www.royalballetschool.org.uk/information/work-with-us/current-vacancies/
The overall purpose of this post is to be a vital part of the AJH House Team at Upper School in delivering excellent, compliant, pastoral care for the students in that House.
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting and deputising for the House Parent of AJH (Years 12 and 13) at Upper School, ensuring that students have a secure and supportive 'home from home' during term time. Suitable training and ongoing support will be provided.
Contract Terms:
Hours:
Full-time with two evenings per week and three weekends per term (plus exeats) off duty (although staff may be called upon in an emergency). For clarity the working week runs from Sunday evening until Friday and the weekend constitutes Saturday. This situation reflects current working rotas, however flexibility is required on occasion as these may have to be adapted to meet operational requirements. Every effort will be made to provide a 24 hour period of non-contact time per week. Where this may not be possible for timetabling reasons, then suitable arrangements for substantial periods of non-contact time will be made.
There is a requirement to provide two weeks of cover during the Spring and/or Summer Intensive Courses.
House staff must be resident during term time (even on nights off), in case of emergency, but may ask permission from the APPW for occasional absences for special occasions. No holiday may be taken during term time, the last week of the summer break or when there is planned Inset.
Location:
Aud Jebsen Hall, Pimlico, London
Salary:
29,798.03 per annum
Start Date:
1 September 2025 Main duties will include: Ensuring The Royal Ballet School's 'Boarding Principles' are effectively implemented in the day to day life of the House Being a part of creating a structured, secure but enabling community in House where students can grow and flourish artistically, academically and as a human being
Delivering the procedures and policies required in the 'Boarding Handbook' Implementation of compliance checks for the House
Contributing to an effective trips & activities programme for students during boarding time
Being part of an effective, proactive and caring House team with student welfare at its' heart
Care and support of boarders outside of the routine of the School day
Support of the medical cover
Undertaking a day time role in support of the pastoral and broader life of the School that might include relevant administration, parental liaison, support of medical cover, mealtime registers and supervision, liaison with Support Services, helping with special events etc.
Person Specification:
Essential Criteria:
Pastoral experience in a 16 +, coeducational boarding environment or a previous residential role involving the welfare and wellbeing of young people of this age group
The ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing
A positive outlook, good sense of humour and able to stay calm in a crisis
Good listener who can build effective relationships with students, staff and parents
Able to establish a strong rapport with students, assert authority when needed and maintain appropriate boundaries
Proactive in approach and able to seek advice and support in a timely fashion when appropriate
Able to cope effectively with high levels of stress from students and parents
Good administration skills and IT literate
Flexible attitude towards duties and working patterns in order to fulfil the requirements of the role
Committed to life in a boarding environment and a desire to support all aspects of our work
Empathy with the aims and ethos of the School
Professional but approachable demeanour
Full, clean driving licence preferred
A good team player.
Safeguarding Duties and Responsibilities:
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and recognises that safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility. The School expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment to children's safeguarding and to share this child-centred approach. This approach means that staff must consider, at all times, what is in the best interests of the child. Additionally, the following is expected of all staff:To uphold the School's policies relating to safeguarding and child protection, behaviour, health and safety and all other relevant policies
To promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young persons for whom you are responsible and come into contact with
To report any safeguarding concerns using the relevant channels, such as informing the Designated Safeguarding Lead, in a timely and appropriate manner
To ensure full compliance with all statutory regulations, particularly the most recent Keeping Children Safe in Education, and to communicate concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead, other relevant staff of The Royal Ballet School or local children's services as appropriate.
This job information cannot be all encompassing. It is inevitable over time that the emphasis of the job will change without changing the general character of the job or the level of duties and responsibilities entailed. Consequently, this information will be periodically reviewed, revised and updated in consultation with the post holder to reflect appropriate changes.
We are committed to creating an environment where all our employees feel part of our team and can flourish, regardless of their background. We're proud to be an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity.
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46 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London
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The Royal Ballet School is one of the world's most celebrated centres for classical ballet training. It is the leading classical ballet school in the UK and an international institution, attracting dancers with exceptional potential from the UK and worldwide.
The School fosters academic and artistic excellence, holistically nurturing its extraordinary students and ensuring they are equipped to flourish within and beyond the world of classical ballet. Graduates go on to professional careers with The Royal Ballet, Birmingham Royal Ballet, and other leading UK and international companies.
The School sets the standard for the future of classical ballet training with its extensive teacher training programmes. Its unique expertise empowers all teachers to deliver exceptional training, whether in the vocational or recreational sector. The School also works to raise awareness of the benefits of dance and create opportunities for people worldwide to experience and engage with classical ballet, with dedicated in-person and online programmes for dance students, primary school children and the general public.
Admission to the School is based purely on talent and potential, regardless of academic ability or personal circumstances. Around 90% of students rely on financial support to attend the School.
Our full-time students are based at White Lodge in Richmond Park and Upper School in Covent Garden. There are two additional boarding houses for Upper School students in Pimlico and Covent Garden. We also have offices on Bedford Street in Covent Garden. The School also operates in locations worldwide, including different Associate centres and venues for Primary Steps and Intensive Courses.
As a boarding school, a performing arts organisation and a charity, our team is varied. Our staff have specialist skills in dance, academics, pastoral care, healthcare, outreach, marketing, fundraising, and operations - to name a few. Across our sites, there are a total of 280 employees. Wherever they work, our team respect each other, knowing everyone has a unique part to play in our organisation's mission. Our workspaces are friendly, welcoming and inclusive. Our employees share a passion for the arts in society and for supporting individuals to reach their full potential.
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