Houseparent - Boys' Residence

Job Title: Houseparent – Boys' Residence

Location: Sancta Maria International School, Faridabad

Position Type: Full-time, Residential

Job Purpose:

To create a safe, nurturing, and structured living environment for boys residing in the school’s boarding facility. The Houseparent serves as a mentor, caregiver, and role model, ensuring students' well-being, emotional development, and academic support in alignment with the school’s values and expectations.

Key Responsibilities:Student Welfare & Supervision

Provide daily pastoral care, emotional support, and supervision to boys in the boarding house.

Ensure a safe and disciplined environment through consistent routines, positive reinforcement, and respectful relationships.

Monitor health, hygiene, and general well-being; liaise with the school nurse, counsellors, and leadership as needed.

Encourage a balanced lifestyle including academics, recreation, and rest.

Pastoral & Behavioural Guidance

Act as a trusted adult and mentor to students, helping them navigate personal, social, and academic challenges.

Promote respectful behavior, empathy, and conflict resolution among residents.

Address disciplinary matters promptly and in accordance with school policies.

Daily Operations

Oversee daily routines including wake-up, meals, prep time, evening activities, and lights-out.

Maintain attendance records, student logs, and incident reports.

Conduct regular room inspections and ensure cleanliness and order in shared spaces.

Coordinate with housekeeping and maintenance teams to ensure the living environment is safe and well-maintained.

Parental Communication & Coordination

Maintain regular communication with parents regarding student welfare and development.

Support new students during their transition into residential life and help maintain a sense of community and belonging.

Collaborate with academic staff to support students’ academic performance and discipline.

Emergency Response & Safeguarding

Respond effectively to emergencies, including illness, injury, or safety concerns, following school protocols.

Uphold and implement the school’s safeguarding and child protection policies.

Community & Enrichment

Organize and supervise evening and weekend activities, fostering a strong boarding house culture.

Celebrate student birthdays, festivals, and achievements to build a sense of home and community.

Promote values of independence, responsibility, and mutual respect.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s/Master's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.

Residential pastoral care or boarding experience preferred.

Child protection and safeguarding training (or willingness to undertake it).

Experience

Minimum 2 years of experience working with adolescents in a residential or educational setting.

Experience in dealing with teenage boys, including behavioural management and mentoring.

Skills & Attributes

Compassionate, patient, and firm leadership style.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to set boundaries while building meaningful rapport with students.

Culturally sensitive and committed to diversity and inclusion.

High levels of responsibility, integrity, and discretion.

Desirable:

Experience in organizing recreational, wellness, or co-curricular activities.

Familiarity with international education systems and boarding school cultures.

First-aid certification and/or mental health first-aid training.

How to Apply

To apply for the position of Houseparent – Boys’ Residence at Sancta Maria International School, please submit a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references to . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.