Graduate Assistant Boarding

Opportunity Overview

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a successful, forward-thinking, co-educational independent school with a long tradition. We are seeking a Graduate Assistant Boarding for a fixed-term position starting August 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for a lively, professional and adaptable individual to join our team.

About the School and Location

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is located near the centre of the historic town of Wisbech in Cambridgeshire. The school offers a broad, high-quality education with excellent pastoral care for around 590 children aged 3-18. It is predominantly a day school but has recently started taking boarders, mainly from the Far East.

Role Description

• Job Title: Graduate Assistant Boarding
• Reports to: Head of Boarding
• Hours of Work: Residential post with duty pattern: 12 hours mid-week, 2 week-night duties (17:30-08:30), weekend rota (2 out of 3 weekends), half term supervision. Personal off duty: 24-hour period or two 12-hour periods midweek, one weekend in three.
• Holidays: Taken in school holidays (Christmas, Easter, Summer). Half term coverage required.
• Probation: Six-month probationary period.
• Benefits: Defined Contribution Pension Scheme (employer 5% match), fee discounts, Cycle to Work Scheme, discount voucher scheme, wellbeing support.

Job Description – Principal Role

The Graduate Assistant is responsible to the Head of Boarding and plays a key role in the boarding provision, supporting boarders academically, socially, culturally and emotionally. The aim is to assist in the day-to-day running of the House, ensuring safety, good discipline and pastoral well-being. This is a residential post with ensuite accommodation.

Detailed Role:

• Work alongside the boarding and household team.
• Set a positive example as a key role model.
• Develop awareness of National Minimum Standards for Boarding Schools.
• Ensure pupils' individual circumstances are identified and supported.
• Liaise with medical personnel for pupils' health and wellbeing.
• Maintain records and support academic progress.
• Promote use of English as main language.
• Follow safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Attend school outings and events.
• Perform any other tasks reasonably assigned.

Person Specification

Essential Qualities:

• Maths and English GCSE at grade C/4/5 or above.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to foster positive relationships with teenagers and young adults.
• Proven experience of working in a team environment.
• Commitment to the priorities and values of the school.
• Ability to work flexibly and react to demands.
• Ability to work with staff at all levels.
• Understanding of Keeping Children Safe in Education and safeguarding policies.

Desirable Skills:

• Prior experience in boarding and pastoral care.
• First aid at work qualification or willingness to obtain.
• BSA qualification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to manage a busy workload and achieve deadlines.
• Ability to use initiative and work individually.
• Self-motivation.
• Sports proficiency / Coaching / Umpiring qualifications.
• EAL qualifications.
• Chinese spoken proficiency.
• High level degree in a subject offered within the school curriculum.

Application Process

To apply, download an application and equality form from www.wisbechgrammar.com. Your application should include a letter stating how you meet the job description addressed to Mr Barnaby Rimmer, Headmaster. Send postal applications to Rebecca Forman, Human Resources, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Chapel Road, Wisbech, PE13 1RH or by email to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

• Closing date: 17:00 on Monday 23 February 2026.
• Interviews: Week commencing 02 March 2026.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and a medical.