💼 Full-Time Position

Head of Boarding and Residential Life (Live-In)

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Marchant-Holliday School
📍 North Cheriton, Somerset, United Kingdom
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Location
North Cheriton, United Kingdom
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Posted
July 01, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Head of Boarding and Residential Life (Live-in)
Salary: NJC SCP 23–28 (£34,434–£39,152) + £12,312 residential allowance
Contract: Full time, permanent
Start Date: September 2026 (subject to DBS and checks)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and ambitious leader to head our boarding and residential provision at The Marchant-Holliday School.
This is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping a high-quality, trauma-informed residential environment for boys aged 5–14 with SEMH needs. Boarding is central to our ethos—supporting pupils’ independence, wellbeing and personal development through relationships, routines and experiences beyond the classroom.
You will lead a dedicated residential team and ensure boarding is safe, nurturing, aspirational and fully integrated with education and therapy.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and develop a high-quality 24-hour residential curriculum
* Oversee safeguarding, care standards and residential operatio...