Wychwood School - Assistant Houseparent

Summary

Immediate/January Start - We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Assistant Houseparent to join Wychwood’s growing boarding community. Help us create a warm, supportive home where our boarders can thrive.

Detail

Assistant Houseparent

Wychwood School is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and approachable Assistant Houseparent who is passionate about supporting young people and helping them to feel happy, secure and at home within our boarding community.

Working closely with the Houseparent and wider pastoral team, you will play an important role in the day-to-day life of the boarding house. We are looking for someone who can build positive and trusting relationships with pupils, provide encouragement and guidance, and help create a warm, welcoming environment where every boarder feels known, valued and supported.

This is a varied and rewarding role that goes far beyond the practicalities of boarding life. You will be there to celebrate successes, offer reassurance when things are difficult and encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence and consideration for others. From supporting evening routines and activities to helping maintain a safe, organised and positive boarding environment, you will be an important and consistent presence in the lives of our boarders.

Above all, we are looking for someone with warmth, patience, good judgement and a genuine commitment to the wellbeing and safeguarding of young people.

Why Wychwood, Why Now?

This is an exciting time to join Wychwood. As our school community continues to grow, we are developing and strengthening our provision while maintaining the close-knit, individual approach that sits at the heart of Wychwood.

As Assistant Houseparent, you will become an important part of our boarding and wider school community, helping us to create an environment in which our pupils can thrive both personally and academically.

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 an application form attached to this advert.

This process helps us to maintain the highest standards of safeguarding and consistent, fair selection criteria for all applicants.

Please note that Wychwood School reserves the right to interview on receipt of applications and appoint prior to the published closing date. Early application is therefore recommended.

Documents

• Application Pack (Oct 2026) DOCX Document
• Assistant Houseparent Job Description (1) PDF Document
• Safer-Recruitment-Policy-3.2 PDF Document