ASSISTANT HEAD OF DEPARTMENT- BOARDING AT AURUM CONSULTANTS

We are a Christian school in the education sector seeking a qualified Assistant Head of Department – Boarding. The role is focused on ensuring the welfare of leaners through supervision of their health and overall well being. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing learners’ health, social welfare, accommodation, meals, and counseling.

Responsibilities

1. Support in the development, review, and communication of the boarding schedule, rules, and requirements to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
2.  Assist in ensuring all boarding staff understand and consistently implement the established boarding routines and expectations.
3. Coordinate the implementation of the boarding calendar and related events in collaboration with other departments, ensuring activities run within set timelines.
4. Oversee and support staff in maintaining pupil discipline and adherence to the daily boarding and school schedules.
5. Assist in managing time-related routines such as wake-up, lights-out, and bedtime, based on school guidelines and age-appropriate practices.
6. Supervise personal grooming, ensuring all boarders are clean, well-dressed, and ready for daily school, church, or co-curricular engagements.
7. Monitor and maintain high cleanliness standards within the dormitories, including bed arrangement and regular airing of bedding.
8. Identify children with specific needs such as bed-wetting, and help develop a discreet and supportive management plan with relevant staff.
9. Keep accurate records of boarding attendance and follow up on any absenteeism, working closely with the admissions office, head teacher, and accounts office.
10.  Liaise with the kitchen team to ensure all boarders receive appropriate meals, especially those with special dietary needs, in line with school policy.

Qualifications

1. Diploma/Certificate in Counselling, Teaching,Nursing or any relevant field
2. Counselling Qualification
3. 3 years of relevant experience
4. Valid certificate of good conduct

Skills and Attributes

1. Strong Interpersonal and communication Skills
2. Creativity and problem-solving ability
3. Presentation skills
4. Computer Skills

Apply

Send your CV and Cover Letter  to jobs@aurumconsultants.co.ke with the subject line being the position applied for.  Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Male candidates are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.