Hostel Manager at Taqwa Private Schools

Taqwa Private Schools is a day and boarding school standing on a unique site and serene environment at 7-11, Taqwa Crescent, off iju Road, Ifako-Ijaiye, Agege, Lagos State, Nigeria. We are a co-educational Arabic, English and French speaking private institution consisting of daycare, nursery, primary and college.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Hostel Manager

Location: Lagos

Position Overview

• We are a Muslim school seeking a dedicated and compassionate House Master/Manager to oversee the welfare, discipline, and personal development of students in our boarding house.
• The ideal candidate will foster a nurturing, structured, and faith-centred environment that supports both academic excellence and Islamic character development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision, emotional support, and mentorship to boarding students.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students to support their well-being and personal growth.
• Promote Islamic values, discipline, and social responsibility in all aspects of boarding life.
• Monitor student hygiene, health, and conduct; refer serious concerns to appropriate school personnel.
• Encourage regular participation in prayers, Qur’an recitation, and Islamic studies.
• Support students in developing good adab (manners), akhlaq (character), and a sense of brotherhood.
• Organize faith-based activities, halaqas, and weekend enrichment programs.
• Supervise study periods and ensure a quiet, focused environment for academic work.
• Liaise with academic staff to monitor progress and address learning challenges.
• Encourage time management, goal setting, and personal responsibility.
• Maintain accurate records: attendance, health logs, incident reports, and inventory.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student welfare and performance.
• Manage maintenance needs, supplies, and logistics within the boarding house.
• Lead and coordinate assistant house staff, tutors, and matrons.
• Conduct regular team meetings to address student needs and house operations.
• Ensure adequate supervision and adult presence at all times.
• Take inventory of the hostel appliances, equipment and items.
• Manage the hostel resources and installations.

Qualifications and Skills

• A Diploma or Degree in Education, Health, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
• A background in nursing, teaching, or counselling is often preferred, as the role involves student welfare and health management.
• First Aid and Child Safeguarding certifications are highly beneficial.
• Training in conflict resolution, emotional intelligence, and behavioural management.
• Knowledge of health and hygiene regulations for residential facilities.

Requirements:

• Age 35 and above preferred.
• Previous experience in boarding house management, or a similar role.
• At least 3 years of experience in a residential school, boarding house management, or student welfare setting.
• Strong understanding of Islamic values and ability to model them in daily interactions.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage emergencies and maintain discipline with compassion.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to foster a structured, disciplined, yet nurturing environment.
• Understanding of child welfare, safeguarding policies, and conflict resolution.
• Proficiency in record-keeping, administrative duties, and the use of technology.
• Strong emotional intelligence, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to manage children and teenagers effectively.
• Ability to teach basic subjects.
• Tech-savvy.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: recruitment@taqwaschools.org using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.