Head of Boarding

New Hall School is seeking to appoint a Housemistress; the job title at New Hall is Head of Boarding (HoB). The HoB plays a central role in leading and developing a thriving, supportive, and high-quality boarding environment. The HoB is responsible for ensuring outstanding pastoral care, fostering a strong sense of community, and promoting the emotional, social and academic development of all boarders. There are four HoBs, who work closely together, sharing ideas and expertise.

The HoB ensures that all students feel safe, valued, and supported, acting in loco parentis, while maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding, wellbeing, and personal development. It is a genuine occupational requirement that the post-holder be female for reasons of privacy and decency.

Please refer to the attached job pack for details of the role.

What New Hall offers:

• Residential accommodation of a high standard, attractive and well-maintained
• Excellent benefits & CPD
• Lunch without charge in term time
• Discounted annual membership for New Hall Sport Club

Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of this advertisement.

Application closing date

Midday, Tuesday 2 June 2026.

All candidates must provide evidence of Right to Work in the UK, provide Home Office stated documentation prior to interview, and undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure. Applicants are required to disclose any pending charges, convictions, bind overs or cautions.

Safeguarding and Further Information

Due to the nature of this role, comprehensive criminal record checks will be undertaken. Failure to disclose convictions that are not 'spent' under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 may result in dismissal or disciplinary action. The New Hall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.