Kobe Ramokgadi Academy Job Vacancies
Kobe–Ramokgadi Advanced Learning Academy (KRALA) is a private school located at the Goje Township in Ezulwini. The school provide international education to students of all races and creeds beginning from creche class to High School. KRALA offers the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) with English as the medium of instruction. The IEB is an internationally recognized quality standard model for schools, colleges, online universities etc. Beginning 2024 academic year, the school will offer boarding to all interested High School leaners.
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate School Matron to join our newly established boarding school community. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the welfare, safety, and day-to-day operations of our boarding students, ensuring that they have a safe, secure, and happy environment in which to live and learn.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the welfare of boarding students and ensure that they receive appropriate medical and emotional support.
- Manage the boarding house and ensure that it is well-maintained, clean, and safe
- Plan and organise activities and events for boarding students, such as study-sessions, extra- classes, meals-time, sports, games, and outings.
- Ensure that students adhere to the school's rules and regulations, and enforce disciplinary action where necessary.
- Provide first aid, basic medical care, and support for students as required and ensure that student with prescribed medication take such medication at the time prescribed.
- Act as a liaison between students, parents, and staff.
- Provide emotional support and counselling to students as needed.
- Keep accurate records of student attendance and behaviour, and report any concerns to the appropriate parties.
- Ensure that food and intuitional needs of the students are well taken care of.
- Setting up the daily menu and cooking.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role, such as a school matron, residential supervisor, or house parent.
- A relevant educational qualification, such as a degree or diploma in education, nursing, or social work.
- A current first aid certification and the ability to administer basic medical care.
Skills & Knowledge:
- Knowledge of child development, including physical, emotional, and social needs.
- Understanding of child protection laws and regulations.
- Experience in managing a residential environment, including cleaning, maintenance, and health and safety procedures.
- Ability to work with young people from diverse cultural backgrounds and with varying abilities.
- Good computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic administrative tasks.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- A warm and caring personality, with a genuine interest in the welfare of young people.
- A very good Knowledge in food, nutrition and cooking.
If you are a compassionate, experienced, and organised individual with a passion for working with young people, we would like to hear from you. This is a full-time position.
Send your application to:
vacancies@kobeacademy.ac.sz
