Ph3Job Description /h3 pH-FARM International School Venice is a continuing period of growth, with a boarding community of over 200 students drawn from across the world. We are seeking an exceptional Head of Boarding to lead and shape a residential environment that is safe, ambitious, humane and intellectually alive. /p pbJob Posting Date: /b 20 Feb 2026br/bLocation: /b Venice, ITbr/bJob ID: /b 8773br/bSchool: /b H-Farm Venicebr/bCompany: /b Nord Anglia Education /p pThe Head of Boarding is a senior pastoral leader who will cultivate a family‑centred boarding culture grounded in the School’s Six Dimensions of Success: emotional, social, learning, community, language and future preparedness. The role requires a deep commitment to the individual growth of each student and to the creation of a boarding experience that empowers young people to become confident, principled and future‑ready. The successful candidate will lead a large and growing residential team, serve as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, and act as a visible daily presence in the life of the houses. Safeguarding is central to the role: the Head of Boarding is expected to model, promote and enforce the highest standards of child protection and student welfare in line with Nord Anglia Education expectations. They will contribute to the wider life of the School through extracurricular and, where appropriate, academic engagement. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 h3Leadership and Management /h3 pProvide strategic and operational leadership for a boarding community of 200+ students, ensuring excellence in pastoral care, safeguarding and student experience. Contribute to the Campus Senior Leadership Team, shaping school strategy and decision‑making. Promote a safeguarding culture where student safety, dignity and wellbeing are the priority. Line‑manage Houseparents, Coordinators and Boarding Assistants, setting clear expectations and supporting professional accountability and development. Chair boarding leadership meetings and collaborate with programme leaders and the Head of School. Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring safeguarding practice is rigorous, documented and consistently implemented. Lead compliance with boarding standards and inspection readiness. Manage boarding budgets responsibly. Work with Admissions and Marketing to support enrolment, integration, retention and re‑enrolment. Oversee induction and transition procedures for boarders. /p h3Operations and Residential Environment /h3 pEnsure boarding facilities are safe, secure and well maintained. Oversee duty rotas, on‑call systems and staffing cover to ensure continuous supervision. Maintain accurate safeguarding and incident records. Coordinate with operations, maintenance and IT to resolve residential issues efficiently. Monitor cleaning, laundry and logistics. Liaise with transport providers. Conduct risk assessments and health and safety audits. /p h3Student Welfare, Behaviour and Leadership /h3 pServe as senior contact for pastoral, behavioural and safeguarding matters. Uphold high standards of conduct aligned with school values. Work with academic and wellbeing teams to support student development. Liaise with the School nurse on health and wellbeing. Develop the House system to promote belonging and leadership. Support student leadership and a programme of supervised weekend and experiential activities. /p h3Communication and Community /h3 pMaintain regular communication with families regarding student welfare. Review and update boarding policies and guidance. Lead parent information sessions. Support staff induction and professional learning. Assist marketing and admissions through events, tours and interviews. /p h3Training and Development /h3 pDesign and deliver induction programmes for staff and students, with safeguarding as a core focus. Lead staff training in safeguarding, first aid and residential practice. Maintain training records and ensure compliance with safeguarding and regulatory requirements. /p h3Required Skills Abilities /h3 h3Experience and Qualifications /h3 ul liDegree or equivalent professional qualification. /li liSignificant leadership experience in an educational or residential setting. /li liProven safeguarding expertise; DSL experience desirable. /li liFirst Aid qualification and experience with student medical care. /li liEssential: prior experience in boarding education. /li liDesirable: training through the Boarding Schools’ Association (BSA) or equivalent professional boarding accreditation. /li liDesirable: familiarity with CIS and Cognia accreditation frameworks and with International Baccalaureate programmes. /li liDesirable: familiarity with CPOMS, iSAMS and GDPR compliance. /li /ul h3Personal Attributes /h3 ul liWarm authority combined with emotional intelligence. /li liExcellent communication and organisational capacity. /li liCultural sensitivity and appreciation of international students. /li liResilience, flexibility and practical judgement. /li liA collaborative, solutions‑oriented mindset. /li liDeep alignment with the School’s values and educational philosophy. /li liHigh professional integrity and discretion.Uncompromising commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr