Boarding Assistant

Fixed term contract – Immediate Start

Mayfield School is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Boarding Assistant to join our boarding community with immediate start. This residential role plays a key part in supporting the pastoral care, well-being and daily life of our boarders, offering a rewarding opportunity to be fully involved in a vibrant boarding school environment.

About Mayfield School

Set in 75 acres of stunning Sussex countryside, Mayfield is a leading independent Catholic boarding and day school for girls aged 11–18. Located just under 50 miles from London and close to Gatwick and Tunbridge Wells, our school offers a supportive and enriching environment for both students and staff.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the pastoral, extracurricular and boarding life of the school.

The Boarding Assistant will:

• Support the day-to-day running of the boarding house, helping to create a safe, happy and supportive home-from-home environment.
• Provide pastoral care and supervision for pupils, promoting their personal development, well-being and welfare.
• Assist with evening, weekend and occasional overnight duties in line with the boarding rota.
• Engage with the school’s extracurricular programme and support a range of activities.

The role is especially well-suited for those who:

• Are enthusiastic about working with young people in a boarding school setting.
• Are committed to pastoral care and to playing an active role in boarding house life.
• Are reliable, approachable and able to work flexibly as part of a team.

Additional benefits:

• On-site accommodation.
• Use of indoor swimming pool and on-site gym.
• All meals provided during term time, including weekends.

How to Apply

If you feel this is the role and environment for you, an application form for this position can be found via the following link on the School’s website:
https://www.mayfieldgirls.org/about/staff-vacancies

It is a requirement that all interested applicants complete this application form. Applications submitted without a completed application form will not be considered.

If you have any questions, please contact the HR Department at hr@mayfieldgirls.org

Closing date for applications: 9 February 2026.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The School is an equal opportunities employer.

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