Gordonstoun School - Matron

Summary

We are currently seeking to fill the position of Matron.

Detail

Situated on the beautiful Moray Coast in the North of Scotland, Gordonstoun is widely recognised as the world leader in character education. We have co-education community of over 500 students aged from 4-18, who are predominantly full boarding and are drawn from over 40 countries. 

We are seeking to appoint a Matron for a Boarding House to be responsible for the smooth running of the House including the pastoral care, well-being and supervision of students.  This will include supporting their studies and activities, dealing with travel, record-keeping, administration and ensuring student safety. 

The Matron is a key member of the Pastoral Team in a Boarding House. As such, the Matron has an important role to play in the care, welfare and safeguarding of the students in the House. 

The Matron is directly responsible in the first instance to the HM (Housemistress/Master) or the AHM (Assistant) when the latter deputises for the HM and through them to the Senior Management Team.

Applicants will need: 

• Excellent communication and caring skills with enthusiasm and good flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances.
•  Calmness, a great sense of responsibility and commitment are also key to the role.  
• Experience in a similar setting is an advantage as is an SVQ 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) and a first aid qualification.  

The post-holder will be full-time, “term time” Monday-Saturday, working shifts between 07:00-13:00 or 12:30-18:30. Due to the nature of the role, Matrons are expected to be flexible as and when it is necessary to ensure that the required level of service and care is in place.  

Gordonstoun is striving to build a team that is truly inclusive. We welcome applications from marginalised and under-represented groups.  

If you’re excited to learn more, please email recruitment@gordonstoun.org.uk or contact us on (01343) 837 837 

Closing date: Monday 15th June 2026  

Start Date: Late August 2026 

About the School

Gordonstoun is one of the UK’s top independent schools for boarding and day pupils aged 4 ½ to 18. Gordonstoun has been the world leader in character education for over 80 years and was the birthplace of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.

At Gordonstoun, we believe that a broader curriculum broadens not only minds but opportunities too. It is a belief that’s served both us and our students well for over 80 years and that has made Gordonstoun the world leader in character education. Our curriculum, which is unrivaled in breadth, helps every child to achieve their full potential.

Documents

• Matron (2) PDF Document