Hostel Warden/Matron

Role overview

The International School of Thrissur is looking for a Hostel Warden/Matron to take charge of student welfare and the day-to-day running of the hostel. The position is centered on creating a secure, caring, and organized living space where students feel supported and comfortable.

Success in this role means maintaining discipline, ensuring routines run smoothly, responding promptly to student needs or emergencies, and working closely with parents, teachers, counsellors, and school leadership to support the overall development and well-being of hostel residents.

The role is based at TIST, The International School of Thrissur, Mannuthy, and on-campus accommodation is provided.

Responsibilities

• Look after the safety, comfort, and general well-being of students staying in the hostel.
• Monitor discipline and guide students through their daily hostel schedule.
• Serve as a point of coordination between parents, teachers, counsellors, and the school administration.
• Address student issues sensitively and provide day-to-day pastoral support.
• Keep hostel documentation updated and help ensure the facility operates efficiently.
• Handle urgent situations and provide basic first aid when needed.
• Help maintain a warm, secure, and home-like atmosphere for the students.

Requirements

• Prior exposure to student care, hostel management, education, or a similar area is preferred.
• Good verbal communication, leadership, and people-handling skills are essential.
• Basic first aid knowledge is required.
• Must be ready to live on campus and take up hostel duties whenever needed.

Location

TIST, The International School of Thrissur, Mannuthy, Kerala, India

Accommodation

On-campus accommodation is provided for the role.