Boarding Assistant / Boarding Assistantess

IMMEDIATE START

OUR PHILOSOPHY

At Beau Soleil, we believe that actions speak louder than words. This philosophy guides our staff and shapes the experience of our students. As a community, we value the power of engagement and participation, both inside and outside the classroom.

Our unique holistic education revolves around four core values: Respect, Responsibility, Ambition, and Determination. These values provide a framework for community life among our international student body, which represents over fifty different countries and diverse academic backgrounds.

With curricular programs in both English and French, students graduate with either an IB or Advanced Studies Diploma. Our small class sizes enable a flexible program, fostering an environment where staff are encouraged to innovate and share new ideas.

OUR COMMUNITY

Located in the heart of Villars-sur-Ollon, we offer an enviable lifestyle with skiing in winter and various outdoor activities year-round. Cultural hubs such as Montreux, Lausanne, and Geneva are easily accessible, providing ample opportunity for exploration and inspiration.

The Beau Soleil campus is an inspiring workplace, equipped with excellent facilities. Our ongoing campus development and maintenance programs ensure that students and staff thrive in an environment they can be proud of.

YOUR PROFILE

As a Boarding Assistant, you will join the house team in one of our six boarding houses, providing support to the Housemaster/mistress (HM) and Deputy Housemaster/mistress (DHM). This residential position allows you to live within the boarding house or nearby accommodations.

The primary purpose of this role is to offer high-quality care, support, and guidance to boarding students. Additionally, there are rich opportunities to engage in other areas of school life, such as assisting students in lessons and contributing to extra-curricular and weekend activities, including the ski program during the winter term.

This role includes extensive training and development opportunities, particularly valuable for those considering a career in education or roles involving children and teenagers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborating with the HM and DHM to ensure the smooth operation of the house, providing the best care and experience for students.
• Building rapport with students and offering individualized support.
• Being an active, positive presence in the house during the day and evening.
• Assisting with house administration as necessary.
• Engaging significantly in the weekend program.
• Supporting 6-8 lessons per week.
• Assisting in two activities or sports teams throughout the year.
• Providing overnight supervision in the boarding house.
• Offering support at La Sionnaire during the winter season (chalet on the ski slopes).
• Supervising study sessions.
• Collaborating with the Health Centre team to accompany students to medical appointments.
• Performing reception duties and handling airport transfers.
• Attending weekly training and support meetings.
• Executing any other duties required by the school from time to time.

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualifications at degree level.
• Native English speaker or proficient in English comprehension; a good level of French is advantageous but not essential.
• Proficient IT skills.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience working with young people in a residential setting is beneficial but not mandatory.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Enthusiastic and eager to participate in various activities.
• A true team player with a proactive approach.
• Confident and effective communication skills.
• Strong organizational and planning abilities.
• A good sense of humor.
• Aptitude for building positive relationships within the house team and broader school community.
• Willingness to follow an internal continuing professional development (CPD) program throughout the year.
• European passport holder for compliance with Swiss work permit regulations.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A 4-month fixed contract from March 2026 to June 2026.
• Accommodation included for the contract duration (subject to social charges).
• Food provided during term time (subject to social charges).
• Basic health insurance (Lamal) covered by the College.
• Full season ski pass and equipment hire provided.

START DATE

Immediate start.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.