Boarding House Parents

ROLE SUMMARY:

Join our boarding team at St. Peter’s International School in Portugal — where meaningful work meets an exceptional lifestyle. Nestled in the sun-drenched countryside just outside Lisbon, our campus offers the best of both worlds: proximity to Portugal’s vibrant capital and the tranquility of nature

Enjoy year-round sunshine, world-renowned cuisine, golden beaches, and easy access to stunning national parks - all while playing a key role in shaping young lives in a warm, caring and supportive community

We’re on the lookout for dedicated, experienced, and compassionate Houseparents to become a vital part of our vibrant and growing boarding community. This is a unique opportunity to live and work in an inspiring environment, where you’ll play a key role in shaping the wellbeing, growth, and success of our students - both inside and outside the boarding house

This is more than just a job - it’s a lifestyle that offers deep personal reward and the chance to truly make a difference in students’ lives. You’ll be joining a forward-thinking school with a strong commitment to student wellbeing, global citizenship, and values-driven education

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide a warm, structured, and caring environment for boarders.

• Foster positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.

• Help guide and support students through day-to-day life away from home.

• Model the values of respect, kindness, resilience and responsibility.

• Monitor and support students’ academic, emotional, and social development.

• Oversee evening routines, meal times, and weekend activities.

• Respond appropriately to any pastoral, medical, or behavioural concerns.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Previous experience working with young people in a pastoral, educational, or residential setting.

• Strong interpersonal skills with a warm, approachable, and empathetic manner.

• A high level of responsibility, reliability, and integrity.

• A flexible and proactive attitude, with the ability to adapt to changing needs.

• Strong communication and organisational skills.

• The ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing.

• EU citizenship or the right to work in Portugal is desirable.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.