Resident Matron

We are looking to appoint a Resident Matron for a boys’ Boarding House (approximately 50 boys aged 13-18). The post holder will be responsible for safeguarding the welfare and wellbeing of students and the smooth running of the domestic arrangements in the House along with the Non-Resident Matron; this includes liaising with a Cleaning Supervisor, House Handyman, catering team and taking a lead with organising House functions.Applicants will need to be able to build excellent relationships with young people, be supportive and caring. The post also calls for good communication and organisational skills, IT literacy, the ability to remain calm under pressure and a flexible approach to duties. A first aid qualification and a full driving license are essential. Currently this role comes with an additional/occasional overnight responsibility, supporting a student with a long-term condition for the academic year 2026/27. This role is for 46 hours per week, Term Time Plus – 34 weeks and includes accommodation of a two-bedroomed apartment. The School is an independent full boarding school of approximately 890 pupils and 110 full-time members of the teaching staff. Entry for most boys and girls is at 13, chiefly from preparatory schools via the Common Entrance or Scholarship Examination. Salary is £29,865 per annum which includes the residential allowance. This role has a start date at the end of August 2026, however we would consider an earlier start date.For more information and to apply: Please register and complete an application via our recruitment portal.Closing date: 13 May 2026Applications will be considered upon receipt and we reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date. Therefore, an early application is strongly advised. Please NoteThe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, online searched (including the Dark Web) and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are key facets of our core ethos that ‘the Whole Person is the Whole point’. Find out more here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion – Rugby School We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or age.Recruitment AgenciesWe have a team of internal recruiters and advertise our vacancies to attract candidates and not agency suppliers. If we need agency assistance, we will reach out to our trusted partners. Any speculative CVs we receive will not be accepted as an introduction. Charity Registration Number 528752