## Head of Boarding & Sixth Form Housemistress###* Head of Boarding & Sixth Form HousemistressFast Apply# Head of Boarding & Sixth Form HousemistressEmployerLocation: Bristol, BristolContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: TBCPosted: 11th March 2026Start Date: 24th August 2026Expires: 23rd March 2026 08:00 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: 24th August 2026Job ID: 1538639Start Date: 24th August 2026* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1538639* Share :Position: Head of Boarding & Sixth Form HousemistressLocation: On site, Westbury-on-Trym BS9 3BAHours: This is a full-time permanent positionStart date: 24 August 2026The closing date for this position will be Monday 23 March (8.00 am)Interviews will be held on Thursday 26 MarchSuitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date and the school reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made; applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.We are looking for a dynamic and highly organised Head of Boarding to lead boarding at Badminton.The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the regulatory environment which applies to boarding schools, including safeguarding matters. They will also have an appreciation of the competitive nature of girls’ single-sex boarding in the UK and will be keen to grasp the challenges this presents. The postholder will combine this with the role of Sixth Form Housemistress.We welcome female applicants only as this is a girls’ boarding school. This is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with schedule 9, part 1 of the Equality Act.Main responsibilities include:• To ensure that boarding at Badminton is a vibrant, enriching and safe experience;• To lead on boarding initiatives;• Alongside the Deputy Head (Pastoral) ensure the school’s compliance with the regulatory requirements of the National Minimum Standards and contribute to the preparation for inspections; including the NMS Self Evaluation, Evidence File and key boarding policies;• Ensure that staffing arrangements and procedures within the boarding houses are in line with all regulatory requirements;To be considered for this position, we are looking for the following:• Degree or equivalent qualification• Previous experience of working in boarding and leading a team• Good knowledge of National Minimum Standards for Boarding• Ability to motivate individuals and teams to work effectively• Highly developed interpersonal skills including influencing skills• Ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children and young people• Highly organised with excellent administrative and record-keeping skills• Ideally, you will also have Qualified Teacher Status and hold a BSA Boarding qualificationFor full details of the essential and desirable criteria, please see the person specification in the candidate brochure.What We Offer:• Meals and accommodation• Onsite parking, use of the school gym and heated swimming pool (at designated times)• Pension scheme membership (including life cover)Applicants should be aware that all email communication with HR will be sent via E-teach. We recommend that you check your emails and E-teach account regularly.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).### Badminton School #J-18808-Ljbffr