Boarding House Parent

Role overview

The Boarding House Parent will support the smooth day-to-day running of the boarding house in Erode, Tamil Nadu. This role centers on student care, supervision, welfare, and communication, helping create a safe, structured, and supportive residential environment.

What you will do

• Support the everyday functioning of the boarding house.
• Keep boarding students safe and ensure their well-being.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee boarding house activities.
• Track and document student behavior, concerns, and incidents in records and reports.
• Stay in regular contact with parents and guardians about student progress and any issues that arise.

Skills needed

• Clear interpersonal and communication skills.
• Confidence in supervising and guiding groups of students.
• Good organization and record management habits.

Required background

• A high school diploma or an equivalent qualification is required.
• Prior experience in a boarding or residential setting is preferred.
• First aid certification will be considered an advantage.

ISP principles

The organization places students at the center of its work, with equal focus on wellbeing and safety. Staff are expected to identify safeguarding or health and safety concerns early and act on them appropriately. The culture also emphasizes respect for all people, effective use of policies and procedures, careful financial decision-making, and continuous learning and improvement.

Safeguarding commitment

This employer is committed to protecting children and young people and expects the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. Appointment is subject to vetting checks, which may include online due diligence, references, and satisfactory criminal background screening or an equivalent check covering the previous 10 years of employment history.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

The organization seeks to strengthen an inclusive workplace by hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing team members from all backgrounds, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, neurodivergence, socio-economic background, or other demographic factors.