PpH-FARM International School, located just outside Venice, Italy, on the largest non-agricultural farmland in Europe, is seeking a Head of Boarding Operations. This role has been temporarily supported by a consultant through December 21st as our boarding program has grown significantly over the past academic year and now serves approximately 180 students. We are looking for a dedicated professional to focus solely on the operational management of our boarding program. /ppThe Head of Boarding Operations will work alongside our Head of Boarding Pastoral Care, who manages the pastoral program and liaises with the Wellbeing department. Both positions report directly to the Chief of Pastoral Care and Boarding. This role is responsible for the vision, strategy, and long-term growth of the boarding program, ensuring seamless operations, staff leadership, and cross‑departmental coordination to support an exceptional residential experience for our students. /ph3Head of Boarding Operations – Key Responsibilities /h3h3Operational Management /h3pOversee day‑to‑day boarding operations, ensuring smooth functioning across all houses. /ppCreate and maintain the monthly staff rota, ensuring adequate and equitable coverage across boarding houses. /ppManage emergency response procedures and coordinate with security, medical, and facilities teams as needed. /ppEnsure boarding facilities meet safety, compliance, and operational standards. /ppMaintain and update boarding policies, procedures, and operational manuals. /ph3Staff Leadership Administration /h3pSupervise administrative staff, House Coordinators, and Boarding Parents, providing guidance, support, and performance appraisals. /ppConduct staff training and professional development focused on operational efficiency and compliance. /ppFacilitate regular team meetings and ensure consistent communication across all boarding staff. /ppSupport recruitment and onboarding of new operational staff. /ph3Departmental Liaison /h3pServe as the primary point of contact between boarding operations and other departments: facilities, catering, medical, security, and marketing. /ph3Data, Reporting Administration /h3pOversee operational data, incident reporting, and documentation for compliance and management review. /ppTrack and report key operational metrics (staff coverage, facility usage, incidents, etc.). /ppManage the operational boarding budget and approve day‑to‑day expenditures. /ph3Student Life Programming Support /h3pSupport planning and logistics for boarding activities and events in collaboration with relevant departments. /ppEnsure smooth execution of weekend programs, trips, and in‑house activities from an operational perspective. /ph3Compliance Risk Management /h3pEnsure all boarding operations comply with relevant regulations, accreditation standards, and internal policies. /ppConduct operational risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies. /ppPrepare for internal and external operational inspections. /ph3Ideal Candidate Profile – Head of Boarding Operations /h3h3Experience Education /h3ulliMinimum 5 years of experience in a boarding school environment, preferably with international exposure. /liliAt least 8 years in managerial or supervisory roles, ideally in education or residential operations. /liliMaster’s degree preferred, Bachelor’s degree mandatory. /li /ulh3Technical Skills /h3ulliExpert in scheduling and rota management, able to balance staffing needs efficiently across multiple houses. /liliStrong administrative skills: budgeting, reporting, compliance documentation. /liliProficient in REACH. /liliKnowledge of boarding school operations, facilities management, health safety standards, and emergency procedures. /li /ulh3Language Skills /h3ulliMultilingual, with professional proficiency in English and, ideally, Italian. /li /ulh3Schedule /h3ulliMonday to Friday schedule, 8:00–17:00, and requires the candidate to live on campus in boarding, remaining available as needed to support school or boarding initiatives outside of standard hours. /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr