Job Description

Bede's Senior School

East Sussex
Expiring soon

Salary:

16,221.60 per annum plus holiday pay (FTE 31,326.91)

Job type:

Part Time, Permanent

Apply by:

7 July 2025

Job overview

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Bede's is seeking two proactive and enthusiastic Boarding House Matrons at our thriving Senior School, located in the picturesque East Sussex countryside.


This is an exciting opportunity for someone to be responsible for the care, supervision and wellbeing of pupils; to be responsible for the day-to-day running of the Boarding House routines and systems and maintain the good presentation of the House. They will need to have great communication and record-keeping skills, keep up to date with safeguarding policies and procedures and provide an empathetic presence in the house, being sensitive to those who are having difficulties coping with school life.


Most of all, we are looking for someone who has experience working with children and adolescents. To be a great team player and have relevant first aid & mental health first aid qualifications, if not a holder of certificates in these areas, to be willing to acquire one at Bede's request. A clean driving licence and access to a vehicle for all shifts.


This is a permanent role, working 30 hours a week, term time only, plus 3 weeks (36 weeks worked in total). Due to the nature of the role, we will require the individual to be on a rota for weekends and evenings.


Offering an attractive salary of 16,221.60 per annum plus holiday pay (FTE 31,326.91) and a range of staff benefits including;

A generous company pension with salary exchange options Employee Assistance Programme Aviva Digital GP app - swift and convenient access to a GP via video consultation Free use of the School gym & pool facilities/discounted nationwide gym membership Eye care vouchers Beneficiary nominations (Death in Service) Complimentary lunch provided Free onsite parking at the Senior School

We welcome applications from all sectors of the community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our community. We consider the most important factor to be the right skills, abilities and attitude for the job, which will ultimately improve the wellbeing and education of the pupils.


If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact recruitment@bedes.org.
Please note that we are unable to accept CVs, applicants must add their full education and employment history to their application.

Please click the apply button to visit our careers portal and complete an online application.

Closing Date: 8am on Monday 7th July 2025.

Bede's Trust is committed to building a truly inclusive school and cultivating a culture of equality, diversity and kindness. We believe that a diverse staff body reflects and supports the diversity of our pupils and wider society. We are an equal opportunity employer and in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expressions, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

Bede's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.

About

Bede's Senior School

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Bede's Senior School

Upper Dicker, Hailsham
East Sussex
BN27 3QH
United Kingdom

+44 1323 843252

Bede's Senior School, located in Hailsham, East Sussex is an independent, co-educational, secondary school for children aged between 13 and 19. It was founded in 1979 by Peter Pyemont. The building covers 140 acres of the Sussex Downs. It is both a day and boarding school. It was established in 1895 in Eastbourne as a preparatory school for boys. It then became a senior boarding school in 1978 and later in 1979 it moved to its current premises. There are five boarding houses for the children. These houses were surveyed in 2013 and valued for their Outstanding Design and Innovation.

Headteacher

Peter Goodyer

Values and Vision

The school believes every pupil should be given equal opportunities to reach their goals. The children are the main focus. They have over 40 subjects to choose from at GCSE level and even more choices during sixth form. Each child should develop personally, as well as academically. They are encouraged to be creative and take part in school clubs. People in the community are valued, and students are prompted to teach residents IT, English, music and art skills.

ISI report

"Health and safety procedures ensure that the premises, accommodation and facilities are maintained to appropriate standards. A range of formal and informal opportunities is provided for boarders to express their views. Effective use is made of electronic means of communication to enable boarders to contact their families. Records pertaining to boarders' personal and academic development are carefully maintained. An appropriate police and regular checking procedures ensure that the whereabouts of every boarder is known. The school has a suitable complaints policy and records show that it is rarely used but effectively implemented where necessary."



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