Assistant Head of House

Assistant Head of House - responsible for supporting the Head of House and the Pastoral & Inclusion Teams, working with students and safeguarding them. The role is non teaching and involves regular contact with children.

We welcome applications from non teaching staff; no classroom teaching is required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in an educational setting
• Previous experience as part of a team
• Ability to make sound and logical judgments in decision making
• Proven team player who adds value to the team
• Excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills
• Ability to stay calm and use a measured, informed approach to manage conflict or pressured situations
• Ability to work under pressure whilst supporting others to remain calm and measured
• Resilience and positivity in equal measure
• Ability to multi task even when under pressure

Benefits

Benefits include a contributory pension scheme, an employee assistance programme, cycle to work scheme, discounted on site gym membership, on site parking and a comprehensive benefits package.

Application Deadline

Closing date: 23:59 on Tuesday 12 May 2026.

Eligibility and EEO Statement

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from under represented groups. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. Please note that applying for a role that requires regulated activity is an offence if you are barred from engaging in such activity.

Safeguarding

Gordano School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Suitability to work with children will be assessed through background checks, an enhanced DBS check and other vetting procedures. For more details, see the Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy, Disclosure Policy and Recruitment Policy on the partnership website.