Assistant Houseparent

Elmhurst Ballet School is a highly successful vocational school training young people in classical ballet in association with Birmingham Royal Ballet.  Based one mile from the city centre in Edgbaston, the school was recently judged to be excellent in all areas by ISI and outstanding in all areas by OFSTED and has an international reputation for the quality of its work.

The school is seeking to recruit the following staff to start January 2017 (or as soon as possible thereafter):

Assistant Houseparent (full-time) 

We are keen to hear from candidates who have additional skills that can be utilised by the school.

Successful applicants will work in Boarding Houses under the direction of a Houseparent and with the support of the pastoral middle leadership team.  They should have proven skills working with young people and experience of a boarding environment.  Applicants should be highly motivated and keen to become involved in all aspects of the school’s work.  Applications from those offering skills that relate to the vocational dance environment and a holistic educational ethos are most welcome. This role offers an attractive remuneration package and high quality furnished accommodation.

Closing date: Friday 16th December 2016
Interview date: w/c 9^th January 2017

Applicants are encouraged to visit the school and should contact reception on 0121 472 6655.

To apply for this role, please download the application pack by clicking below and forward to Elmhurst Ballet School, F.A.O. Liz Innis (HR Officer), 249 Bristol Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B5 7UH. Alternatively, completed application packs can be emailed to: jobs@elmhurstdance.co.uk

Elmhurst is committed to providing a safe environment for its students and staff.  Applicants for this post will be required to provide proof of identity at interview and will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.