Summary
Date Posted: Monday, November 15, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Trident College is located on a 113-hectare nature reserve in Solwezi, Zambia. The school opened its doors to the first pioneering group of pupils and parents in September 2013. In addition to serving the educational needs of the local copper mining community, the College, which is now home to 270 pupils, is rapidly becoming the boarding school of choice in Zambia and a firm option for parents and pupils throughout southern Africa.

Successful applicant will be a mature female who can be a motherly figure to 60 boys from 10 to 16 years old. This role will require someone who is caring and has a passion for working with young people.
Boarding house matrons are key members of the boarding house team and are primary personnel in the welfare of Trident students. Boarding matrons work closely with the rest of the house team, the Boarding Manager and the Head of Boarding.

Key personal skills Matrons will need are the ability to exert authority, command respect, provide boundaries, intuitively assess student well-being, and provide support physically and mentally to all boys as the need arises.
Daily duties include, but are not limited to, ensuring that all boys are well, organised, and happy, assisting with the laundry process, supervising the cleaning team in house, attending the clinic with ill students on rotation basis including night bedside stays as required. They should also work to keep a homely atmosphere in the house.

Qualification
• Minimum Grade 12 school certificate
• Certification in housekeeping or hospitality industry is an added advantage

Key Responsibilities
• Supervision of cleaning team.
• Recording of breakages and maintenance issues.
• Managing and supervising laundry procedures.
• Mealtime supervision.
• Managing pupil medication.
• On-call in case of emergency.

Desirable Qualities
• As a key member of the pupil welfare team, Matrons should possess sound written and verbal communication skills.
• Boarding houses are dynamic environments, Matrons should be comfortable making decisions, and be proactive problems solvers.
• Working with many pupils from diverse backgrounds, Matrons should be comfortable in addressing behaviour, working with systems, and acting with initiative and authority.

Education Requirement: No Requirements

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Job application procedure
• Complete a short cover letter outlining your experience, skills and interest in the position.
• Attach a resume.
• Email to recruitment@educoreservices.com

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