International Student Assistant - Male and Female

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Join the Stanborough Secondary School family, where we work, pray, worship and have fun together.

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Stanborough Secondary School

Watford, United Kingdom

12-24 months

On site

Assist in day-to-day operation of a mixed dormitory in the setting of the overall international Boarding programme.
Provide an excellent environment for staff and students.
Support the Seventh-day Adventist Christian character of Stanborough Secondary, policies of both Board of Trustees and Board of Governors and other related school documents.
Plan, support, and help run the devotional program provided for boarding students.
Be available to provide pastoral support for boarding students.
Loyally support the school and its management at all times.
Actively implement the Mission Statement of the School, “God is the Master of our School”.
House parent to designated boarders which includes, overseeing academics standing, regular checks with teachers, issues as necessary
.Summary of Pastoral Care Assistant Role:
Assist with supervision of 11-16-year-old students in a Boarding School environment.
Help with daily dorm routines which are rostered with the other pastoral care staff including cleaning and cooking.
Keep a record of activities (dorm log book).
Mark attendance and keep track of campus leave.
When on rostered duty, help organise and run weekend activities.
Transporting students for shopping, doctors appointments, sports, etc.
Addressing noncompliance with the rules and enforcing disciplinary actions
Attend Staff debrief and planning meetings.

Ability to work and minister to young people.
Able to integrate and understand ethnic diversity and live within a multicultural environment.
At least two years driving license (manual preferred).
Drivers license mandatory.
Portuguese (Fluent).
Computer literate (experience with Microsoft 365/Google Workspace).

Uniformed when on duty. Keep in mind that you will be a role model and seen as a leader.
Modest, clean, professional and generally appropriate for task at hand.
Unacceptable Dress: Revealing, transparent, tight, spaghetti strap or offensive messages on apparel.
The UK is a four-season country with cold, wet winters (Nov-Mar) and hot, dry summers (May-Sept), so bring clothing for all seasons.

Maybe a dormitory room or an apartment shared with other volunteers.
Bedding and linen provided.
Kitchen utensils and crockery provided.
All meals can be eaten with the boarders at the school cafeteria during term time. Please note: Cafeteria meals are only provided during school time when boarders are present.
Utilities: Internet access included.

We have a very multicultural staff and student body boasting 20 nationalities.

Visa (Shared): Stanborough Secondary School will cover the cost of the application to UK Immigration but volunteers will pay for any documentation e.g., Medical and Police checks.
Living costs reimbursed up to £200 per month

Living costs reimbursed up to £200 per month