School matron jobs

THE WORK AND ALL THAT IS INVOLVED IN IT

A boarding school is the typical setting for employment in the role of school matron. You would be accountable for the students' physical and mental health, as well as the efficient operation of the clerical and administrative aspects of school life.

Your typical duties would consist of the following, among others:

assisting youngsters in adjusting to life at a new school.

Maintaining open communication with parents on their children's health and overall well-being

Making ensuring that children's clothing is kept clean, and that any tears or stains are fixed or replaced as needed.

taking care of youngsters who have very mild ailments.

transporting children to their scheduled doctor's visits and dental cleanings, as well as seeking out urgent care if required.

ensuring that the records of minors are kept current.

Keeping an eye on the housekeeping and cleaning workers.

Putting in an order for medical, cleaning, and household products.

Conducting inventory of the various fittings and fixtures, as well as reporting the need for any necessary repairs or replacements.

Matron and school nurse are often one and the same position in many different schools.

You would put in a lot of hours, working not just during the week but also on nights and weekends. In addition to that, you would be on call in case of any crises.

You may just work during the academic year, but at other institutions, your responsibilities could include watching over individuals who are enrolled in summer school or who are participating in activities outside of the classroom over the summer.

Typically, you would call the school your home.

An annual salary of around £14,000 is possible for assistant matrons.

The average salary for a matron is around £19,000.

Both lodging and food are offered free of charge.

HOW TO BEGIN THIS OPTION FOR A PROFESSIONAL CAREER

You can get work at one of the many boarding schools located in the UK.

On the website of the Boarding Schools Association, job postings may be found for open positions.

EDUCATIONAL AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

The employer will determine which skills and experiences are necessary for the job. While some institutions may require that you have relevant education and experience in child care or nursing, others may place a more emphasis on your personality and the experiences you've had throughout your life.

You may begin your career by searching for employment as an assistant matron, and as your experience grows, you could then seek for more senior positions.

Because the employment requires you to interact with minors, you will need clearance from the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB).

In most cases, you will be required to have a first aid certification. A valid driver's license is another asset to have.

Even if they are not always required, some credentials, such as the ones listed below, could come in handy for you:

The Childcare and Education Diploma offered by CACHE.

The BTEC National Diploma in Care or Children's Care, Learning and Development is the qualification you're looking for.

Nursing diploma or degree.

SKILLS AND PERSONAL QUALITIES NEEDED

A matron at a school must have:

A personality that is kind and understanding.

Composure and an acute ability to listen are essential.

the capacity to remain composed under stressful situations.

Superior abilities in both verbal and interpersonal communication.

The capacity to do tasks as part of a group.

both patience and a good sense of humor are required.

YOUR OPPORTUNITIES IN THE LONG TERM

As you get more experience, you may be able to advance from the position of assistant matron to that of matron, and then to that of senior matron, or even to a post as a head of house that does not include teaching.