Boarding Master Job Responsibilities
Working in a team of teaching and non-teaching staff to promote the children’s physical, personal, social, moral and spiritual welfare.
Maintaining cleanliness, proper use and repair of the boarding facilities.
Keeping accurate records of the children
Executing the children’s duty rota based on the WORK pillar of St. Francis Boys’ Home
Maintaining good order in the dormitories and dining hall and providing adequate supervision of the children at all times
Ensuring the smooth operation of effective House routines, both for the pupils and in respect of the staff’s duty rota.
Taking quick, decisive action in any emergency
Ensuring the boarders are properly and adequately engaged in an appropriate activity after lessons.
Keeping a daily log of events to be shared weekly with the Administrator.
Being the first contact for children’s complaints and grievances in the boarding section, aiming at conflict resolution, reconciliation and behavioral change.
Key Competencies for the Boarding Master Job
Being firm with children but approachable
Maintaining good (but not cruel or oppressive) discipline among the boarders
Being flexible and accommodating, able to work long hours.
Being a role model to the children and colleagues
A problem solver
Good organizational, interpersonal and other teamwork skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to use computers and MS Office Applications:
Experience in guidance and counselling of Orphans and Vulnerable Children will be a great added advantage
First Aid training and experience
Boarding Master Job Qualifications
At least 2 years’ experience in a boarding institution
At least 30 years old
A Certificate of Good Conduct
Minimum Education requirement: KCSE Certificate
5 years driving experience and a valid driving license