Girls House Dame

The Role

Reporting to: Housemistress

The Dame will work alongside a Housemistress to plan, develop and implement the procedures and practices to support the efficient running of the Boarding Houses. A significant part of the Dame's role is primarily concerned with the welfare, health and pastoral care of boarders including communication with parents and staff. The Dame is required to work and liaise closely with boarders, parents, Health Centre, security and other staff. The Dame often acts as a point of contact between the parents/boarders and the college, under the direction of the Housemistress. The Dame will support the training, management and operation of the local domestic staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the HM in the day-to-day management of the house to ensure it is efficient, structured and running effectively
• Interact and communicate with the HM and other members of staff in respect of the pastoral wellbeing of the pupils
• Provide a high level of pastoral care for the boarders through direct interest and personal support
• Attend relevant Boarding functions, events and meetings
• Keep generally up to date with developments and activities in the School

Domestic and Transport

• Support, direct and develop the team of staff allocated to the Boarding House in an enthusiastic manner
• Advise the HM and Estates Office of domestic requirements and problems involving staff
• Ensure that there is an adequate supply of cleaning and laundry materials and equipment, medical items and other domestic materials and make adequate provision for their safe storage
• Oversee the end-of-term cleaning and end-of-holiday preparation of the House, identifying repairs/replacement/maintenance issues to be addressed
• Manage and maintain pupil visa data and passports, highlighting where either is due for renewal
• Liaise with the Catering manager to provide numbers for meals (especially over weekends), requirements for and delivery of PDO etc

Health and Medical

• Be responsible for monitoring the general health and wellbeing of the pupils in the Boarding Houses and refer medical matters to the Health Centre in case of any doubt or concern
• Respond to medical emergencies and routine appointments, escorting pupils as needed to the Hospital
• Attend to any sick pupils in bed in the Boarding Houses or when the Health Centre is not staffed, ensuring they are appropriately cared for and that the HM is kept informed of their progress
• Ensure that appropriate pupil records are kept up to date and that they are stored securely; to liaise with the Health Centre as appropriate, to share health or medical concerns

Pupils and Parents

• Support the HM in the care, supervision, cleanliness, presentation of pupils and disciplinary ethos within the Boarding House, co-ordinating and liaising with other staff as necessary
• Be aware of the School Dress rules, and ensure that pupils have all the items they require; to be responsible for the good standard of clothing of pupils, arranging for clothing to be sent and returned from the laundry
• In consultation with the HM, to communicate with parents as necessary concerning domestic, welfare and medical matters
• Liaise closely with other relevant staff in the Boarding House concerning the progress and welfare of pupils
• Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of the pupils for whom they share responsibility, or with whom they come into contact; to adhere to and ensure compliance with the College Safeguarding Policy at all times
• Contribute to the induction arrangements for new pupils joining the Boarding Houses
• Support the HM in ensuring all fire regulations are met
• Maintain routine and make sure that standards of cleanliness and personal hygiene are carried out
• Be aware of and respond to the specific needs of individual boarders, and their different cultural backgrounds and be aware of the changing needs of all children as they develop
• Assist the HM with transport arrangement of pupils
• In conjunction with the admissions team touring prospective families around the boarding house
• Supporting pupils in purchasing and labeling new uniform

Key Indicators

• Positive feedback from boarders
• Positive feedback from the HM
• High standard of cleanliness within the House and record of routine maintenance being well-managed
• Positive feedback from the Head of the Health Centre in terms of managing medical matters
• Positive feedback from House staff in general

The duties set out in this document are not intended to be exhaustive, and teachers may be required to carry out such other duties as the Master may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Skills and Abilities

In order to meet the high standards expected of a leading professional in our College, the successful candidate will understand and believe in the aims and ethos of a non-franchised British independent education in general and in Marlborough College Malaysia in particular.

In addition, we are seeking to employ a person with the following qualities, experience, skills and abilities:

• Understanding of the philosophy of boarding
• Aptitude for, and enjoyment of, working with young people
• Empathy and understanding of young people and knowledge of appropriate pastoral care
• Flexible 'can do' attitude – willingness to adapt to changing requirements and routines; to work as part of the team
• Good communication skills – the Dame will be required to liaise with pupils, parents, Common Room and administrative staff
• Excellent administrative and organisation skills
• Driver's licence

Desirable Criteria

• Experience of working in a UK boarding school
• Experience of working in a medical capacity and experience in assessing appropriate response to medical issues

Terms and Conditions

Hours of Work

The Dame is a full time role during the term time and, when on duty, will help in providing full cover in conjunction with the House staff within the boarding environment. The Dame is expected to work flexible hours, forming part of the pastoral team in the Boarding Houses. The hours of work during term time are varied and will be determined in conjunction with the HM. The Dame will not be on duty during Exeat weekends and Half Terms.

Remuneration and benefits

The remuneration package includes a competitive salary commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate. Marlborough College Malaysia will pay for health insurance for you and your eligible dependent/s (if not covered under their own policy).

Job Type: Contract

Contract length: 4 months

Benefits:

• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Meal provided

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• boarding school: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Location:

• Nusajaya (Preferred)

Work Location: In person