House Assistant at a Leading Group of Schools (Full Day / Boarding) - Zurishaddai Recruitment Agency

Zurishaddai Recruitment Agency - Our client, a leading group of schools (full Day/boarding) located at the Ejigbo area of Lagos State, is recruiting focused, energetic, results driven, committed and experienced individuals to fill the position below:

Job Title: House Assistant

Location: Ejigbo - Alimosho, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: House Matron

Job Description

• Our client is looking to recruit focused, energetic, results driven, committed and experienced individual, who is willing to live within the school facility, to fill the role of a House Assistant to manage boarding House Students and the facility in a full - time capacity.

Job Overview

• Assist the Matron/House Parent in overseeing daily boarding operations.
• Support student welfare, safety, and well-being.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive, and respectful boarding environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Morning wake-up and evening checks on students.
• Supervise students during meals, study sessions, and leisure time.
• Monitor dormitory cleanliness and organization.
• Assist with laundry, ironing, and distribution of clean clothes.
• Help with meal supervision and snack distribution.
• Support students with homework, projects, or personal issues.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, behavior, and incidents.
• Communicate with teachers, parents, and school administrators as needed.
• Provide emotional support and guidance to students.
• Mediate conflicts and resolve minor issues.
• Encourage positive relationships among students.
• Foster a sense of community and belonging.
• Assist with student arrivals and departures.
• Manage keys, lockers, and lost-and-found items.
• Coordinate student activities, events, and outings.
• Maintain inventory of boarding supplies and equipment.
• Assist with budgeting and expense tracking.
• Monitor student health and report concerns to the Matron/Nurse.
• Administer basic first aid.
• Ensure compliance with school health and safety policies.
• Conduct regular dormitory inspections.
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions.
• Collaborate with other House Assistants and school staff.
• Perform tasks as assigned by the Hostel Matron.

Key Skills and Qualities

• A First Degree in any discipline
• +3 years previous work experience as a House Assistant in a reputable boarding school
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with diverse students and staff.
• Emotional intelligence and empathy.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Salary
Negotiable.

Application Closing Date
1st November, 2024.