Assistant Houseparent for International School in Lausanne

1. Goals and Objectives

• Nurture a family atmosphere of trust, support and guidance within the boarding house
• Nurture the wellbeing of students whilst supporting their academic progress
• Participate actively in all aspects of Brillantmont life, from residential life to academic support as well as involvement in “house” activities
• Be a positive role model in all aspects of professional and private life
• Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance.

2. Key tasks

Under the responsibility of the Head of Boarding, you will be expected to

• Carry out the daily routines in the house when on duty
• Organize, manage and participate in evening activities
• Participate in and manage weekend activities organized by the House Parents or - Head of
• Boarding, taking advantage of Switzerland's outstanding resources and facilities
• Manage the conduct and discipline of the boarders applying Brillantmont's rules consistently
• Actively support the Head of Boarding or Senior Houseparent by encouraging students to participate in clubs, activities and trips
• Actively promote Brillantmont's Guiding and Mission Statements
• Accurately report to and collaborate with the House Parents and Head of Boarding undertaking any reasonable requests relevant to the role and supportive of the ethos of the school
• Assist with the weekly monitoring of student behavior and progress and report concerns to the House Parents or the Head of Boarding
• Promote a peaceful environment in the boarding house which actively supports rest
• Provide clear written and oral communication with the Health Department and senior staff of any concerns about student health
• You will also be attached to an academic department, according to your own skills and interests and the school's needs. Involvement with said departments will not detract from your primary role within the boarding department. You will have one day per week “on call” to support areas of the school where cover is needed.

3. Working Hours

• According to the published rotation, fixed at the beginning of each term.
• One night a week and one weekend a month off.

4. Accommodation and food

You will live in one of the boarding houses and will have your own bedroom and bathroom on one of the floors with the students. This accommodation is available for you throughout the school year. 

When you are on duty you must eat the meals with the students. It is also possible for you to eat meals in school during your free time if you so wish.

SPECIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate will:

• Be a dynamic individual and a great team player
• Be flexible, sensitive and approachable
• Be a good communicator, particularly with teenagers
• Be keen on sports, the outdoors and interested in exploring the world around us
• Have experience working in a similar role
• Have a driving license
• Hold a European or Swiss passport or a Swiss residence permit. Please note - following Brexit, it is no longer possible to hire British citizens in roles such as this in Switzerland.
• Be able to work in English; knowledge or French is an asset
• Be committed to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of young people and adhere to and ensure compliance with the School's Safeguarding Policy at all times

Deadline

Applications are to be submitted exclusively via the form on our website https://www.brillantmont.ch/jobs/assistant-houseparent-female and should include a CV and a cover letter of one page maximum.

The closing date for applications is 30th November 2024.